Industry Updates

J.P. Morgan launches three listed active ETFs

J.P. Morgan Asset Management has launched three more listed active ETFs on the ASX after debuting its first two in November last year.

Strengths and shortcomings of licensees revealed through the eyes of advisers

Licensees don’t know what they don’t know, and without feedback from advisers, nothing will change. Most licensees say they’re adapting to the needs of advisers, but only advisers know if this is truly the case.

Further transparency around super funds’ illiquid assets needed: Morningstar

How much is too much? That is the quandary facing Australia’s $3.5 trillion super fund industry as it determines the optimum level of illiquid assets in its vast holdings.

Ripple Wealth joins Walker Lane as member firm

Boutique advice firm Ripple Wealth has joined licensee Walker Lane as a member firm.

‘Dream life, not just dream home’: Housing no longer foundation for wealth

Australians are prioritising financial independence but pursuing other life goals over home ownership, according to research conducted by Insignia Financial and McCrindle. For financial advisers, this will mean developing wealth strategies that aren’t focused on owning a property.

‘Win-win-win’: Advice the linchpin to philanthropic giving

Financial advisers can be the driving force to doubling philanthropic giving but more education is needed about structured giving in Australia, according to the APS Foundation.

Asendium partners with Enzumo for SOA creation

Advice tech firm Asendium has partnered with financial planning software customisation business Enzumo to provide clients with a detailed and compliant SOA document that is linked to their Asendium account.

AstuteWheel launches version 4.0 of engagement software

AstuteWheel has celebrated its eleventh anniversary by launching version 4.0 of its engagement software, which includes a secure client portal, enhanced CRM functionality, and practice management/business improvement tools.

BT appoints distribution head

BT has appointed head of account management Jason Brown to lead its distribution team.

Retaining talent requires more than one-size-fits-all approach

High functioning advice practices have found that while some staff are driven by financial incentives, others need flexibility to perform at their peak. The common theme is staff retention can’t be viewed in unison as each member presents a different goal.

Digital advice can help but is no ‘silver bullet’: Research

Despite the proliferation of digital advice products in the market, consumer interest has yet to reach its zenith according to research from AMP and KPMG. While institutions are expected to lead the way in distribution, the study suggests advice practices can help further disseminate digital advice.

Vale Michael Harrison

Highly respected business strategist and former Synchron independent chair Michael Harrison passed away on Sunday, 21 May 2023, after a long illness. He was 78-years-old.

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