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Despite the current headwinds involving market uncertainties, rapid digitisation and the ageing population, financial advisers remain optimistic about what they can achieve over the next few years, a new report finds. However, the growth will not be captured easily.
Diversa drags Praemium into First Guardian lawsuit
Praemium and its subsidiaries are now caught up in the ASIC-led First Guardian legal saga, having been thrown in the mix by Diversa Trustees.
Poor succession plans expose advice firms to crisis events: Report
Most financial advice practices are ill-prepared to manage the sudden death or permanent disablement of a principal, according to new research, underscoring widespread gaps in succession and contingency planning.
Capstone joins forces with PictureWealth to form $22bn FUA planning network
PictureWealth Group has inked a landmark deal with national advice licensee Capstone Financial Planning, forming a combined business with 360 financial advisers and $22 billion in funds under advice.
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The global advice gap: why expat clients are harder to serve than they appear
Many Australians are building wealth abroad before ultimately returning home for retirement.
Genetic testing reform is here. What advisers need to do next
The reform not only eliminates the impact from genetic tests but also the underlying health risks for those that chose to "stay in the dark".
Helping clients stay the course in volatile markets
Fidelity International's recent research shows many investors are maintaining a "long-term" perspective despite recent market turmoil.
How to distinguish strong regional markets from regional growth stories
Regional markets should not be treated as a single investment category when only a select few have the economic depth to deliver consistent performance.
