Research shows ‘capability sourcing’ is disrupting super ecosystem

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New research by Parametric, a global investment manager, shows that the superannuation ecosystem is being redefined by a series of foundational, strategic business decisions called “capability sourcing” – what Parametric... Read more continue reading

Two new appointments further BlackRock Australia’s quest to enhance delivery of service to clients

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BlackRock Australia has appointed Stuart Dunn as head of wealth distribution for Northern Region, while Linda Kang has been appointed lead research relationship manager. It follows six appointments in November... Read more continue reading

Empowering advisers to embrace social media

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A recent Midwinter and Jenesis industry survey revealed just under half of the respondents had chosen not to engage in social media because of the associated risk to their business... Read more continue reading

AMP Capital appoints Tom Dixon to design Quay Quarter Tower lobby

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AMP Capital has named Tom Dixon’s internationally-renowned, London-based design firm Design Research Studio as the winner of its interior design competition for the lobby and connected facilities of Quay Quarter... Read more continue reading

Macquarie wins Retail Superannuation Fund of the Year at Roy Morgan Customer Satisfaction Awards

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Macquarie has been recognised at the annual Roy Morgan Customer Satisfaction Awards, winning the Retail Superannuation Fund of the Year Award. The Roy Morgan Customer Satisfaction Awards are determined based... Read more continue reading

Legg Mason names new head of marketing

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Global funds management firm, Legg Mason, has announced the appointment of Felicity Nicholson as the firm’s head of Head of Marketing in Australia and New Zealand. Reporting to Managing Director, Andy... Read more continue reading

Perpetual Equity Investment Company announces $22.7 million NPAT, up 76% on 1H16; increased dividend

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1H17 Highlights Strong operating profit after tax of $22.7m A fully-franked interim dividend of 2.2 cents per share, a 175% increase on 1H16 Portfolio performance for the 6 months to... Read more continue reading

Wise Planners acquires Principle Edge corporate super business reaching $1 billion FUA

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AZ Next Generation Advisory subsidiary, Wise Planners, yesterday completed a binding sale and purchase agreement to acquire the corporate super clients of Principal Edge Financial Services. This transaction follows on from... Read more continue reading

Vanguard introduces low‐cost active funds in Australia

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Vanguard Australia yesterday announced the expansion of its product offering to include low‐cost active funds. Vanguard has begun adding active funds to its product line‐up in Australia with the initial launch... Read more continue reading

Monash Absolute Investment Fund added to BT Wrap’s approved product list

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Absolute return, Australian equity specialists Monash Investors’ has added its flagship fund, Monash Absolute Investment Fund (Fund), to BT Wrap’s menus. Monash Investors co-portfolio manager Simon Shields, said the firm... Read more continue reading