The Australian Wealth Advisors Group has entered into a joint venture with a Melbourne financial services firm to launch a wealth manager.

WT Financial has announced its second “Hubco” with a combined valuation of $7.8 million, while its first one has successfully incorporated and is now making its own acquisitions.

Remediation and litigation costs have led AMP to announce a reduced statutory net profit after tax of $98 million for the first half of 2025.

With active ETFs becoming the latest choice as fund managers target the retail audience, their high fees may be a detractor as research finds investors are shunning those priced any higher than 50 bps ...

A former director has pleaded guilty to providing financial product advice without holding an AFSL which saw almost $2 million transferred to him.

Two law firms have highlighted licensees’ responsibility to ensure they have sufficient cyber security measures in light of the enforcement action against Fortnum Private Wealth.

While Australia prepares for the $3.5 trillion intergenerational wealth transfer, two female advisers have discussed why women may be detracted from seeking advice and the impact of the gender ...

Shaw and Partners’ new national head of private wealth believes the biggest challenge for financial advisers right now is being able to deliver efficient advice delivery amid a complex regulatory ...

Danielle Press, a former ASIC commissioner, is to chair a new AFSL committee set up by Sequoia which seeks to improve governance practices and review its approved product lists.

ETF provider Betashares has launched a global bond ETF as investors pour billions into cash and fixed income ETFs.

Janus Henderson is actively seeking to partner with private wealth firms in Australia as it looks to expand its number of strategic partnerships, as well as focus on retirement income product ...

Two commentators have shared why cultural alignment can be the biggest deal breaker when it comes to advice M&A and how to ensure a successful fit.