Industry Updates

BT, HUB24 tout upgrades hours after CFS Edge goes live

On the morning of the launch of CFS’ new Edge platform, rivals BT and HUB24 have made announcements regarding plans to improve their own platform products and services.

AustralianSuper makes several senior UK appointments

AustralianSuper has continued its international expansion with several senior UK hires across investments, governance, and corporate affairs.

Future2 Foundation expands 2023 grants program

The Financial Advice Association’s Future2 Foundation will expand its eligibility criteria this year, allowing financial services professionals to nominate programs for Australians of any age, rather than restricting support to individuals between the ages of 12 and 25.

Integro Private Wealth appoints GM

Private wealth firm Integro Private Wealth has appointed Claire Vinnicombe as general manager. 

Acclaim Wealth appoints CEO

Wealth management platform provider Acclaim Wealth promoted head of distribution and partnerships, Terry Constable, to CEO.

Janus Henderson expands institutional sales team

Janus Henderson has appointed Ashleigh Lane as an institutional sales director and Sophie Nelson as an institutional sales associate.

Prime Super acquires two additional wind farms

Profit-for-member super fund Prime Super has purchased two wind farms in Victoria, bringing its wind-energy portfolio to a total of five wind farms.

CFS says global adviser data will give its platform push an edge

With the launch of a platform that better leverages data and integration, CFS believes its new Edge service will allow advice practices to better benchmark themselves against international peers, as well as offering what superannuation CEO Kelly Power hopes will deliver a market leading platform in what has become a hotly contested space.

Demand for independent advice high among HNW individuals

The high-net-worth market may have a penchant for being self-directed, but according to research from LGT Crestone and CoreData, tailored and highly personalised advice is the “winning approach”, as wealthy individuals are still open to seeking more information.

Willoughbys Financial Group merges with dmca advisory

SA-based accounting and financial planning firm dmca advisory will add 80 new client groups after completing a merger with Willoughbys Financial Group.

Acadian unveils AI-powered sustainability tool

Acadian Asset Management has developed a tool that utilises artificial intelligence (AI) technology to analyse company reports and predict the likelihood of them achieving their sustainability targets.

AZ NGA acquires stake in Foster Raffan iPlan

Professional services company AZ NGA has acquired a stake in financial advice firm Foster Raffan iPlan, and to help support the business in growth and expansion.

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