60/40 portfolio poised for another strong decade, says Vanguard

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The fund manager has voiced optimism regarding the 60/40 allocation, noting the strategy can be a wise choice for clients in the long term.

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Fixed income ETFs capture over $900m in October flows

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Fixed income ETFs have staged a comeback after seeing a dip in September, according to Betashares’ latest monthly report, with three funds being among the top 10 largest monthly inflows.

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Bell AM bolsters growth ambitions with operations hire

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The firm has looked overseas to tap Lucinda Hill for the newly created role of executive general manager, product and operations, as it looks to expand into the US.

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Insignia unveils 5-year plan to cut costs and maximise scale

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Insignia Financial intends to be the leading wealth manager by 2030 as it moves away from acquisitions to achieve $200 million in cost savings per annum over the next five years.

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The Manager Mix – Alternatives: Claire Smith of Schroders

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In this new episode of The Manager Mix, host Laura Dew speaks with Claire Smith, head of private assets sales at

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Selfwealth receives acquisition bid from Bell Financial Group

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Selfwealth has announced it has received a “highly attractive” bid from Bell Financial Group to acquire 100 per cent of the company, valuing the company at $51 million.

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Count’s Humphrey on leading the new world of advice

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Count CEO Hugh Humphrey is keen for the firm to be a leader in the new world of advice as the industry generates valuable businesses post-Hayne royal commission.

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Canaccord Genuity execs unite to launch WA wealth manager

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Four individuals, including three senior staff from Canaccord Genuity, have collaborated to launch their own Western Australian wealth management firm.

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Advisers warming to thematic ETFs for diversification and growth

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Thematic ETFs are beginning to gain ground among advisers seeking to enhance portfolio diversification and tap into specific growth themes, according to leading ETF providers.

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Mason Stevens welcomes new asset allocation lead from AMP

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Mason Stevens has appointed a portfolio manager from AMP as its new head of asset allocation as David Macri departs after just over a year.

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