ASIC lifts the lid on internal dispute resolution complaints

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The corporate regulator has shared details on how many investment and advice complaints were reported under the internal dispute resolution data reporting framework in FY24.

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‘Like winning the Grand Final’: Entireti’s Younger on AMP deal completion

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Entireti chief executive Neil Younger has shared the responsibility and privilege he feels as the head of Australia’s largest advice licensee, and how he aims to prevent attrition as it integrates AMP advisers.

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AFCA and FAAA at odds over causes of industry failure

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The FAAA and AFCA are in disagreement regarding how much of an industry collapse, such as Dixon Advisory, relates to product failure and how much relates to advice.

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Asset managers vie for slice of robo-advice pie

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Global asset managers are seeking out acquisitions and strategic partnerships in the area of technology and robo-advice to benefit from an evolving wealth management landscape and futureproof their business.

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Netwealth passes $100bn FUA milestone

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Two months after reporting its highest-ever quarterly growth, Netwealth announced it has passed $100 billion in funds under administration.

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Magellan debuts first long-short product

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Magellan has announced the launch of its first long-short product, its third fund arising from its strategic partnership with Vinva Investment Management.

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Aussie managers bring 2 equity funds to market

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OC Funds Management and PAN-Tribal Asset Management have both launched equity funds, investing in Australian mid-caps and global equities, respectively.

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Entireti unveils leadership team as AMP divestment completes

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AMP expects to make a $36 million loss from its advice divestment, while Entireti has announced a new senior leadership structure as the deal completes.

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FAAA explores how to prevent AFSL phoenixing

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The FAAA is actively exploring and has sought legal advice on how the problem of phoenixing AFSLs can be avoided to prevent the burden falling on the CSLR and the advice sector.

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FSI announces inaugural chief commercial officer

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First Sentier Investors has announced two key promotions in its leadership team, with a new global head of distribution and marketing and the newly created role of chief commercial officer.

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