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Acclaim Wealth names chief executive

MATTHEW WAI  |  MONDAY, 31 AUG 2026
The Brisbane-based wealth and superannuation business has appointed a new chief executive, as former boss Terry Constable landed a new role at Infocus after almost three years at the helm. Julie Hamilton has taken on the role of chief executive, joining ...

SMC chair takes on more board duties

MATTHEW WAI  |  MONDAY, 31 AUG 2026
... delivering the government's $47 billion housing agenda. Sherry brings extensive leadership experience across government, business and the community sector, as well as a strong record of leading large and complex organisations. This is a fresh role since ...

FEATURE | Managed accounts | Industrialising advice

RIDDHIMA TALWANI  |  MONDAY, 31 AUG 2026
... million to $100 million, or even less in some circumstances," he says. Since GDG acquired Evidentia, Hackett says, the business has added another 22 clients in just over 12 months. As the industry moves further towards tailored portfolios, Wright adds ...

I Squared Capital forays into Aussie private wealth space

RIDDHIMA TALWANI  |  MONDAY, 31 AUG 2026
I Squared Capital is expanding its global private wealth business into Australia with the launch of the evergreen ISQ OpenInfra AUT Fund. The global infrastructure investment manager with $85 billion in assets under management has also appointed Linda ...

MUFG to acquire GROW Inc

ELIZA BAVIN  |  FRIDAY, 28 AUG 2026
... pension and superannuation globally, while further strengthening the overall capabilities of its MUFG Retirement Solutions business division in Australia, including adding to its technology suite. "The proposed acquisition of GROW Inc reflects the continued ...

Vanguard to acquire custodian Altruist

KARREN VERGARA  |  FRIDAY, 28 AUG 2026
... and help more investors achieve financial security and peace of mind." Altruist is expected to operate as a standalone business, retaining its leadership, brand, adviser focus and operating model under Vanguard's ownership. Ramji noted Vanguard will ...

Capital Group makes C-suite appointment

ELIZA BAVIN  |  FRIDAY, 28 AUG 2026
... AI play an increasingly important role in how we deliver investment excellence, serve clients globally and scale our business," Capital Group chief operating officer Rob Klausner said. "Guillermo brings a rare combination of deep technology expertise ...

Centuria steps away from joint-chief executive model

RIDDHIMA TALWANI  |  FRIDAY, 28 AUG 2026
... years building Centuria's funds management platform alongside John and brings deep knowledge of every part of our business, strong relationships across the market, and a clear vision for where we take Centuria next. The board is genuinely excited ...

Perpetual weighed down by wealth management business

MATTHEW WAI  |  THURSDAY, 27 AUG 2026
... markets' assets under administration (AUA) increased 14% over the period to $638.6 billion. The asset management business performed moderately reporting UPBT of $207.5 million, up 3% on FY25. Wealth management underperformed, reporting UPBT of $44 ...

Super trustee business dents Equity Trustees' FY26 results

MATTHEW WAI  |  THURSDAY, 27 AUG 2026
... growth in profits in the financial year ending June 30, despite sustaining a $7.5 million loss from its super trustee business over the period. EQT Group's net profit after tax (NPAT) was $26.4 million, reflecting the $7.5 million loss from the discontinued ...