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Acclaim Wealth appoints head of distribution

RIDDHIMA TALWANI  |  WEDNESDAY, 9 SEP 2026
... Acclaim's distribution strategy, adviser engagement initiatives and business development activities nationally, with a focus on supporting existing adviser relationships and identifying new growth opportunities. Smith brings more than two decades ...

Aperio joins Akumin

VINNY VUCAGO  |  WEDNESDAY, 9 SEP 2026
... said Aperio represented the type of advice business the group wanted to partner with, citing its client-first approach, focus on business improvement and leadership from senior financial planner Serhan Asin and proactive manager Jim Gulabovski. "Jim ...

Iress appoints new chief financial officer

VINNY VUCAGO  |  TUESDAY, 8 SEP 2026
... has appointed new group chief financial officer as the listed software provider prepares to enter its next phase, with a focus on product sustainable earnings growth. Neil Montford will join Iress as group chief executive officer on November 16, bringing ...

CareSuper earns place among pension fund giants, ART breaks into top 20

KARREN VERGARA  |  TUESDAY, 8 SEP 2026
... contribution. "While DC assets globally grew significantly faster than defined benefits (DB) assets, this has increased the focus on how DC funds can support their members in retirement. This has been a key area of discussion in Australia over the past ...

Nine in 10 advisers concerned about greenwashing: RIAA

RIDDHIMA TALWANI  |  MONDAY, 7 SEP 2026
... Earlier in the year, Treasury opened a consultation on the labelling of sustainable financial products, with a particular focus on retail offerings. It covered the scope of the labelling system, disclosures, thresholds for labelling, and certain requirements. ...

Integro expands further into Western Australia with merger

RIDDHIMA TALWANI  |  MONDAY, 7 SEP 2026
... the merger will bring scale to two high-performing quality businesses. "Coastline has built a strong business with a clear focus on its clients and the communities it serves. There is already significant value in what the Coastline team has created ...

Perennial to close three responsible investment funds

VINNY VUCAGO  |  MONDAY, 7 SEP 2026
Perennial Partners will shutter three responsible investment funds that manage $140 million in combined assets, as they fall short of reaching scale and achieving their investment objectives. The Perennial Better Future Trust, Perennial Better Future ...

MSC Group awarded mandates for natural resources strategy

MATTHEW WAI  |  MONDAY, 7 SEP 2026
... both highly experienced and deeply aligned with shareholders through significant personal investment," the fund said. "Our focus is on producing and development companies, with a preference for assets located in Tier 1 jurisdictions, ensuring both risk ...

Royal London AM hunts for next chief

MATTHEW WAI  |  MONDAY, 7 SEP 2026
... O'Dwyer said. "This means he is well placed to support Royal London Asset Management through this period and maintain our focus on delivering for clients." Cazeaux said: "Royal London Asset Management is a business with strong momentum, a clear strategy ...

Schroders nabs Lazard's Australian portfolio manager

RIDDHIMA TALWANI  |  FRIDAY, 4 SEP 2026
... responsibilities within the team. "I've always respected Schroders for its disciplined investment approach and strong client focus. I'm looking forward to working with a talented team and contributing to the firm's continued growth," Binsted ...