Challenger confirms double board appointment

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The financial services company has welcomed two independent non-executive directors to its board, while also announcing the upcoming departure of another board member.

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CSLR spend set to fall below FY25 estimate

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Spending by the Compensation Scheme of Last Resort in FY25 is expected to be less than the $24 million it had previously estimated, the body has announced.

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‘Building an airplane in the sky’: How platforms are keeping up with AI

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The rise of artificial intelligence (AI) is a “massive enabler” for Australia’s investment platforms, says HUB24 and Netwealth, as they seek to lead this technological disruption.

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SIAA ‘fundamentally opposes’ ASIC’s naming and shaming IDR approach

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The industry body has expressed its strong opposition towards ASIC's plans of publishing reportable situations data, describing it as a “completely inappropriate use of data”.

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FAAA and accounting bodies release guidance for tax deductibility of advice fees

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In conjunction with the accounting associations, the FAAA has released a comprehensive guide breaking down what advisers need to know about tax deductibility of advice fees for their clients.

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Access to advice deemed urgent as cost-of-living crisis persists

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Higher cost-of-living challenges are placing significant strains on Australians’ mental and financial wellbeing, according to CFS, while access to crucial guidance remains out of reach for most.

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Pendal to terminate Asian fund due to ‘small size’

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Pendal is set to shutter its Asian Share Fund in August as it has “little prospect” of significant growth in funds under management.

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Relative Return: What it means to be a contrarian investor

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In this episode of Relative Return, host Laura Dew chats with Zahid Kassam, portfolio manager at MFS Investment

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Australia playing catch up in alts investment market

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Australia’s alternative investment market is set to enjoy further evolution and growth thanks to innovation overseas, predicts BlackRock and Franklin Templeton.

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Aussie advisers garner higher client loyalty than global peers

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An EY report has revealed Australians are more loyal to their advisers than the global average, highlighting relationship-building opportunities amid market changes.

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