BT’s PPM transition to Mercer successful
Mercer has announced that the transition of BT’s Private Portfolio Management business from Westpac Group to Mercer has been successful.
Industry UpdatesNovember 6, 2023
Diversity Council Australia reconfirms MetLife Australia as inclusive employer
Diversity Council Australia has recognised life insurer MetLife Australia as an inclusive employer for the second time.
Industry UpdatesNovember 6, 2023
Betashares appoints ED for NZ expansion
ETF manager Betashares has appointed financial services executive Hugh Stevens as executive director, responsible for a range of growth, distribution, and strategic initiatives as part of the firm’s New Zealand expansion.
Industry UpdatesNovember 6, 2023
Charges laid after investigation into Sterling Income Trust
Sterling Group founder Raymond Jones, his son Ryan Jones, and director Simon Bell are each facing several criminal charges following ASIC’s investigation into the Sterling Income Trust (SIT) and the collapse of the Sterling First group of companies.
Industry UpdatesNovember 3, 2023
Tech start-up launches financial planning software
Technology start-up Elan has launched financial planning software designed exclusively for Australian financial advisers.
Industry UpdatesNovember 3, 2023
Count subsidiary acquires accounting firm
Count subsidiary firm Twomeys has acquired Canberra-based accounting firm Allan Watt Accounting (AWA).
Industry UpdatesNovember 2, 2023
AZ NGA acquires outsourced HR firm
Professional services company AZ NGA has acquired outsourced human resources company Catalina Consultants as part of its plans to build out the range of business support solutions it offers its expanding network of financial advisory and accounting firms.
Industry UpdatesNovember 2, 2023
Australia’s first Sukuk active ETF launched by Hejaz Group
Islamic Finance provider Hejaz Group has launched Australia’s first Sukuk active ETF, enabling investors to access a Shariah-compliant bond alternative product.
Industry UpdatesNovember 2, 2023
First Sentier appoints chief operating officer
Fund manager First Sentier Investors has appointed Amanda Gazal as chief operating officer, overseeing the company's day-to-day operations.
Industry UpdatesNovember 2, 2023
TAL launches digital insurance platform for super members
Life insurer TAL has launched digital platform TAL Connect to help superannuation fund members manage their insurance covers and claims.
Industry UpdatesNovember 2, 2023
State Street cuts management costs of six Australian SPDR ETFs
Asset management business State Street Global Advisors has announced substantial management cost reductions on six of its Australian-based SPDR ETFs.
Industry UpdatesNovember 1, 2023
Maple-Brown Abbott promotes within distribution team
Boutique fund manager Maple-Brown Abbott has made a slew of promotions within its distribution team.
Industry UpdatesNovember 1, 2023