HLB Mann Judd Australasian Association appoints new chair

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HLB Mann Judd has appointed Mark Muller, senior partner in the Assurance and Advisory division of HLB Mann Judd Sydney, as chair of the HLB Mann Judd Australasian Association, effective... Read more continue reading

AMP announces strategic evolution of the North Platform to support end-to-end advice

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AMP is pleased to announce the next evolution of North with the upcoming launch of North Interactive Wealth Portal, marking the platform’s strategic shift from a product administrator to an... Read more continue reading

ASIC renews guidance on managing conflicts of interest in financial services

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ASIC has updated its regulatory guidance on managing conflicts of interest for Australian financial services businesses. The changes align our guidance with developments in law and policy and draw on... Read more continue reading

CALI responds to Life Code review saying to focus on trust and consumer protections

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The Council of Australian Life Insurers (CALI) has submitted its response to the independent review of the Life Insurance Code of Practice (Life Code), reaffirming its commitment to strong customer... Read more continue reading

‘Tis the season to consider philanthropy in your holiday plans

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With the festive season fast approaching, Australians are being encouraged to embrace the spirit of giving in a way that lasts well beyond Christmas morning, while at the same time... Read more continue reading

Openmarkets extends partnership with Pearler as broker for domestic equities

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Openmarkets is pleased to announce it has extended its broking services agreement for an additional three years with Pearler, one of Australia’s fastest growing digital finance platforms built for everyday... Read more continue reading

Natixis Investment Managers hires Daniel Shelest to grow wholesale research & consultant relationships

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Natixis Investment Managers (Natixis IM), one of the world’s largest asset managers, has announced the appointment of Daniel Shelest, Distribution Director – Researchers & Consultants. Based in Sydney and reporting... Read more continue reading

Schroders strengthens credit capability with new fund manager 

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Schroders has appointed Chris Walter as fund manager in its fixed income division, effective 6 January 2026, further strengthening its credit capability. Mr Walter brings extensive experience and a strong... Read more continue reading

Praemium acquires Technotia Laboratories to accelerate AI innovation and automation

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Praemium Limited (Praemium), a leading provider of next-generation wealth management solutions, has today announced to the ASX it has entered into a binding agreement to acquire Technotia Laboratories, a specialist... Read more continue reading

Weekly economic and market update – week ending 12 December, 2025

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Investment markets and key developments Global shares mostly rose over the last week, as the Fed cuts rates and its commentary was mostly friendly for risk assets.  US shares broke... Read more continue reading