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Paradice lists mid cap strategy as ETF

ANGELIQUE MINAS | WEDNESDAY, 5 NOV 2025

... dynamic - benefiting from high-performing small caps graduating into the index - companies that have moved beyond the concept stage, have established competitive moats and were now scaling into new markets - while also providing opportunities to invest ...

ASIC confirms investigation into a Clime fund

KARREN VERGARA | FRIDAY, 31 OCT 2025

... Limited are subjects in this investigation," ASIC said in a statement. "As ASIC's investigation is in its preliminary stage, the scope may change. In accordance with ASIC Info Sheet 152, the confirmation of an investigation does not mean that an ...

APRA tackles 'weak demand' for longevity products in second consultation

KARREN VERGARA | WEDNESDAY, 29 OCT 2025

... "weak demand" for such products including annuities. The prudential regulator has released several proposals in the next stage of consultations, including a more principles-based approach to the illiquidity premium, including product eligibility under ...

Challenger, Iress partner for retirement income solution

ELIZA BAVIN | TUESDAY, 28 OCT 2025

... decades long journey where a retiree's needs will continue to evolve, which is why developing a system that supports every stage of retirement is so important. "We hope this partnership paves the way for more participants across the industry to work ...

Russell Investments launches private markets offering

ELIZA BAVIN | MONDAY, 27 OCT 2025

Russell Investments and Invest Blue have launched the Cornerstone Private Markets Managed Portfolio, offering advised clients exposure to private assets. The Cornerstone Private Markets Managed Portfolio offers an advised pathway into private equity ...

MA Financial sees record gross inflows

RIDDHIMA TALWANI | THURSDAY, 23 OCT 2025

MA Financial has reported record inflows of $2.2 billion in the nine months to September, up 41% on the prior corresponding period. Assets under management (AUM) jumped 34% to $13.3 billion in Q3. Inflows continue to grow on strong investor interest ...

Pinnacle acquires stake in Advantage Partners

KARREN VERGARA | WEDNESDAY, 22 OCT 2025

... investor from Japan, for $92 million. Pinnacle will own up to 13% of Advantage Partners over a three-year period. The first stage will acquire a 5% stake for $92 million and an option for another 8% thereafter. The deal will include Pinnacle distributing ...

'We have entered a new economic era': CBA

ELIZA BAVIN | WEDNESDAY, 22 OCT 2025

Commonwealth Bank (CBA) chief economist Luke Yeaman has warned investors that the world has entered a "new economic era" where the rules are "very different", in his most recent economic update. "Things that have been disdained in recent decades are ...

ASX announces changes following independent review

ELIZA BAVIN | FRIDAY, 17 OCT 2025

... retain this as central to the principles." ASX chief executive Helen Lofthouse said she is pleased to have "reached a new stage" in how the ASX will approach corporate governance principles. "The review panel's recommendations are reflective of global ...

Fidante partner hires from WTW

ELIZABETH FRY | THURSDAY, 16 OCT 2025

... across all asset classes. Prior to WTW, she was a hedge fund strategist at HSBC. "We believe Sara will add hugely to the next stage of Fulcrum's development. Her experience and calibre is second to none, and we are delighted at her arrival," said ...

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Federal Court lifts Merhi's travel ban

KARREN VERGARA | 12:25PM

Former financial adviser Ferras Merhi is now free to travel as the Federal Court lifted travel restraint orders imposed one year ago.

Hostplus delivers double-digit FY26 returns

RIDDHIMA TALWANI | 12:30PM

Hostplus Balanced (MySuper) option delivered members 10.8% for the financial year 2025-26, while the Indexed Balanced option and the High Growth option returned members 11.06% and 12.61% respectively.

ASIC levy estimates jump 19% as regulator ramps up funding

VINNY VUCAGO | 12:21PM

ASIC has lifted its estimated industry funding levy by almost 20% for 2025-26, with regulated entities expected to shoulder $400.5 million in regulatory costs as the corporate watchdog expands its supervision and enforcement activities.

GQG bleeds over US$7bn in FUM in June

MATTHEW WAI | 12:13PM

Despite recording positive investment performance, GQG Partners observed a significant outflow, with net outflows of $4.62 billion recorded in the month of June, as FUM slipped to $225 billion at June end, compared to $235.5 billion in the month prior.

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