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More aggressive than ever: ASIC defends First Guardian investigation

RIDDHIMA TALWANI | FRIDAY, 5 JUN 2026

... making sure that we returned money to them, and we have made progress in that. We would absolutely like to do more." ASIC currently has 14 proceedings in the Federal Court against 26 defendants relating to these issues. This includes recent action against ...

Canopy Investors shuts doors, winds up fund

KARREN VERGARA | FRIDAY, 5 JUN 2026

... by both the underlying performance and enduring quality of our portfolio companies and the valuations at which they currently trade, which we believe have created a collection of the most attractive investment opportunities we have seen." Key contributors ...

Count shutters limited-advice business, slips in size ranking

MATTHEW WAI | FRIDAY, 5 JUN 2026

... retention. Based on Padua's Accounting the business mode has seen a decline from 330 advisers in December 2025 to 164 currently, a net decrease of (-166) or 50.30%. It also follows the closure of SMSF Adviser Network, an entity operating in a similar ...

Perpetual acquires majority stake in Interfi

VINNY VUCAGO | FRIDAY, 5 JUN 2026

... and targeted acquisitions. Victoria based Interfi provides loan serving technology to the non-bank lending sector and currently supports around $55 billion in assets under administration. Its platform manages the full loan lifecycle, from settlement ...

Treasury considers reward system for whistleblowers

RIDDHIMA TALWANI | WEDNESDAY, 3 JUN 2026

... working to effectively protect whistleblowers. The consultation also considers financial incentives for whistleblowers. Currently the regime does not include financial incentives or rewards for whistleblowers as it relies on perceived moral and civic ...

Pengana raises $150m for AI-focused LIT

KARREN VERGARA | WEDNESDAY, 3 JUN 2026

... delegated to US-based alternative asset manager GCM Grosvenor, which has about $127 billion in assets under management. GCM currently manages Pengana's Private Equity Trust (ASX: PE1). AIX targets a seven-year lifespan, deploying capital over the ...

AFCA to update rules on new genetic testing laws

KARREN VERGARA | TUESDAY, 2 JUN 2026

... has been clinically diagnosed with, regardless of whether that information is based on or informed by genetic testing. Currently, AFCA excludes complaints about underwriting or actuarial factors leading to an offer of a life insurance policy on non-standard ...

J.P. Morgan AM awarded fresh portfolio structuring mandate

MATTHEW WAI | TUESDAY, 2 JUN 2026

... to implement portfolio structural capabilities for improved operational and cost efficiency for Findex Group. Findex currently manages approximately $8.5 billion under its managed discretionary account (MDA) platform - carried out by Specialised Private ...

KPMG chief resigns after firm admits whistleblower probe fell short

RIDDHIMA TALWANI | MONDAY, 1 JUN 2026

... ourselves down and I take accountability," Yates said. A parliamentary investigation into the whistleblower allegations is currently being led by Senator Deborah O'Neill. Speaking at the Senate Chamber on March 24, O'Neill detailed some of the allegations ...

Asset owners staying invested in the US: Morningstar

RIDDHIMA TALWANI | MONDAY, 1 JUN 2026

... building," they said. Asset owners also reported seeing artificial intelligence (AI) as a new powerful tool but are currently using it to augment, not replace, the skill and expertise they bring to the table. "AI has actually improved and become a very ...

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Australian Unity to shed 195 roles

MATTHEW WAI

Australian Unity is reducing its workforce by 195 positions due to underperformance stemming from delays in government support for its Home Health platform and the integration of several businesses.

Count shutters limited-advice business, slips in size ranking

MATTHEW WAI

Count Financial has reportedly wound up its restricted SMSF/limited-advice service, losing some 26 advisers on the Financial Adviser Register, latest data shows.

First Super recruits head of investments from Prime Super

MATTHEW WAI

First Super has appointed a new head of investments, replacing Chris Artis, who was in the position for the past three months on an interim basis.

BMO eyes Euroz Hartleys' capital markets business

KARREN VERGARA

Euroz Hartleys confirmed it is in discussions with Canada's BMO Financial Group for a potential sale of its capital markets business for $145 million.

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