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Viridian launches new specialist division amid acquisition drive

ANDREW MCKEAN  |  TUESDAY, 12 SEP 2023
... digital capabilities, such as video Statements of Advice (SoA). The deal aligns with Viridian's strategy to partner with top-tier advisers, underscoring a shared focus on digital innovation and cybersecurity for enhanced client engagement. "Enlightened ...

Westpac reports $1.8bn net profit, rise in stressed assets

ANDREW MCKEAN  |  MONDAY, 21 AUG 2023
... experienced a $6.4 billion increase in loans, predominately driven by owner-occupied mortgages and business lending. Common equity tier one capital (CET1), the foremost indicator of bank strength, stood at 11.9%, exceeding the target range of 11% to ...

Super tough sell for First Nations people: Podcast

CASSANDRA BALDINI  |  FRIDAY, 11 AUG 2023
In the latest episode of the Financial Standard podcast, First Nations Foundation chief executive Phil Usher says superannuation is inadequate for meeting the needs of all Indigenous Australians, adding that change is needed to ensure better future ...

ACCC slams door on ANZ, Suncorp deal

CASSANDRA BALDINI  |  FRIDAY, 4 AUG 2023
... Competition being lessened in these markets will lead to customers getting a worse deal." Keough reinforced the need for second-tier banks such as Suncorp Bank and explained such institutions are important competitors against the major banks. "... especially ...

Russell Investments reports super returns up to 13.5%

ANDREW MCKEAN  |  FRIDAY, 28 JUL 2023
... year ending 30 June 2023, GoalTracker users of all age groups experienced returns over 9.9%, attributed to access to top-tier global investment managers and diversified strategies. On superannuation performance, Furlan commented: "GoalTracker's performance ...

HESTA generates 9.59% investment return

ANDREW MCKEAN  |  THURSDAY, 6 JUL 2023
... diversified investment strategy and robust risk management continue to contribute to strong long-term performance that's top tier when ranked against our peers." Of the industry funds that have reported results thus far, Australian Retirement Trust ...

Family office manager names first chief executive

CHLOE WALKER  |  WEDNESDAY, 28 JUN 2023
Alvia Asset Partners has welcomed its very first chief executive in Nathan Robertson, as it implements a growth initiative aimed at servicing other areas of the industry. Robertson brings over two decades of experience in financial services, most recently ...

ANZ reaches agreement with QLD government over Suncorp

CASSANDRA BALDINI  |  FRIDAY, 16 JUN 2023
... continue to believe there to be no real commercial likelihood of any alternative transaction such as a merger with any other mid-tier bank, and why the proposed transaction with ANZ is in the best interests of our customers, shareholders, employees and ...

Suncorp wage scandal comes to a head

ANDREW MCKEAN  |  FRIDAY, 9 JUN 2023
... continue to believe there to be no real commercial likelihood of any alternative transaction such as a merger with any other mid-tier bank, and why the proposed transaction with ANZ is in the best interests of our customers, shareholders, employees and ...

Experience pathway could create two adviser tiers

KARREN VERGARA  |  TUESDAY, 23 MAY 2023
There are concerns that the proposed experience pathway legislation could create two tiers of financial advisers and confuse consumers about who is and isn't qualified to provide advice. As Treasury mulls over finalising education standards for ...