Non-concessional contribution advice leads to FSCP action

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The Financial Services and Credit Panel has made a written direction after advice regarding non-concessional contributions meant an individual was forced to withdraw over $330,000 from their super.

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‘No magic wand’ for fund managers to reach retail market

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Asset managers may be encouraged to diversify their product ranges and branch into the retail or intermediary market but, two consultants argue, they may find it more complicated and costly than they expect.

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PGIM Fixed Income bolsters ranks with senior hire

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The US$837 billion fixed income manager has created a new head of asset-based finance role amid the rising client demand for asset-based financing and tailored investment solutions.

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Platinum rejects PM Capital bid for LICs

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Platinum Asset Management has rejected a bid from PM Capital to acquire its two listed investment companies.

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Will Insignia’s cyber attack deter PE acquirers?

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With Insignia Financial suffering a cyber attack on its Expand platform, this can potentially have a negative impact on the two private equity bids currently in play for the firm.

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WT Financial joint venture makes first ‘Hubco’ with advice trio

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WT Financial’s new entity with Merchant, Investco, has entered into a heads of agreement to merge three financial advice firms.

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Natixis IM flags new ‘retail-friendly’ private asset offering

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Money Management understands Natixis Investment Managers is planning to launch its own private asset product for the Australian retail market.

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Magellan maintains infrastructure flows post-Stack exit

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Magellan’s infrastructure funds have reported gains for the second consecutive month, avoiding potential outflows associated with the exit of its sector head Gerald Stack.

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SSGA takes stake in customised portfolio platform

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State Street Global Advisors has made an equity investment in Ethic, a platform helping financial advisers to produce bespoke portfolios, reflecting the greater client demand for customised portfolios.

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ASIC releases first exam pass rate for 2025

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ASIC has released the results of its first adviser exam to be held in 2025, with 241 candidates attempting the test.

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