Bell Financial launches Tandem Capital

Bell Financial Group has announced the launch of Tandem Capital expanding its platforms division with a new margin lending and at-call investment offering aimed at advisers and their clients.

The new business will provide advisers with access to margin lending services supported by dedicated account manages, while allowing clients to retain trading arrangements with their existing or preferred stockbrokers. Advisers and investors will also be able to monitor lending arrangements through a dedicated portal.

The launch comes as demand for margin lending rebounds. According to Reserve Bank of Australia data cited by the firm, the value of margin loans increased to about $16.8 billion in December 2025, up from just over $15 billion three months earlier.

Chris Fox, manager director of Bell Potter Capital said gearing strategies are becoming increasingly relevant for investors seeking flexibility and diversification.

"Borrowing funds to increase your investing capacity can be a powerful wealth creation tool. Gearing to buy equities can provide greater flexibility, liquidity and diversification," Fox said.

He added proposed Federal Budget taxation changes could further increase investor interest in margin lending strategies.

Fox said Tandem Capital was developed to help advisers broaden their service offering without disrupting existing broker relationships.

"Bell Financial Group has worked with advisers for over 50 years, so we understand the need for flexibility and efficiency," he said.

The launch also expands Bell Financial Group's broader Tandem offering, which includes Tandem Securities and Tandem Clearing.

Fox said the addition strengthens the group's ability to provide financial advice firms with either end-to-end or tailored solutions designed to complement their existing client propositions.

Founded in 1970, Bell Financial Group has approximately $92.1 billion in funds under advice and services more than 600,000 clients across institutional, wholesale, advised and retail channels.