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Vanguard's oldest ETF eclipses to US$1tn in value

RIDDHIMA TALWANI | FRIDAY, 5 JUN 2026

... from third to first. "Investors added more than US$400 billion of new money to Vanguard S&P 500 ETF between June 2021 and May 2026, while the iShares and State Street ETFs took in an estimated US$250 billion and US$88 billion, respectively," he added. ...

ASX sees trade volumes soar in May

MATTHEW WAI | THURSDAY, 4 JUN 2026

... growth in trade volumes last month, despite continued lackluster movement in initial public offerings (IPOs). According to its May monthly activity report, ASX reported a 31% increase in total trades, representing a 42% increase in the financial year ...

Almost half of Aussies not making voluntary super contributions

VINNY VUCAGO | THURSDAY, 4 JUN 2026

... concessional contribution limit to as much as $167,500 in 2025 to 2026, including the standard annual cap of $30,000. The flexibility may be particularly valuable for workers with fluctuating incomes, career breaks or one-off financial windfalls, according ...

BT appoints new head of strategy

KARREN VERGARA | THURSDAY, 4 JUN 2026

... manager on June 1. Late last year, Aboud left Allianz Retire+ as its chief product and marketing officer, a role he assumed in May 2021. Prior to Allianz Retire+ he was in senior marketing roles at Certane, FIIG Securities, Macquarie Group and Westpac. ...

Raiz names new chief executive

KARREN VERGARA | WEDNESDAY, 3 JUN 2026

... nearly four years in the post and has been replaced by former Selfwealth chief Craig Keary. Brendan Malone left the top job on May 29 and remains on gardening leave until 29 May 2027. Keary commenced as chief executive on June 1, wrapping up a stint ...

Cooling economy could keep RBA on hold

ELIZA BAVIN | WEDNESDAY, 3 JUN 2026

... sidelines before it can start cutting." However, VanEck head of investments and capital markets Russel Chesler warned Australia may now be entering a "stagflationary regime". "GDP growth is slowing, unemployment is rising and inflation remains elevated," ...

Treasury considers reward system for whistleblowers

RIDDHIMA TALWANI | WEDNESDAY, 3 JUN 2026

... obligations. "Overall, whistleblowing poses risks to psychological and physical health, finances, and job security, which may deter potential whistleblowers in coming forward," the consultation said. However, Treasury also noted financial incentives ...

Invesco, Trinetra IM strategies to wind up

KARREN VERGARA | WEDNESDAY, 3 JUN 2026

... Fund, which had about $37.5 million in assets, will terminate on June 4. Application and withdrawal requests were suspended on May 1. Invesco Australia, the responsible entity of the fund, said: "Following a review of the fund, Invesco has determined ...

Pengana raises $150m for AI-focused LIT

KARREN VERGARA | WEDNESDAY, 3 JUN 2026

... their highest growth phases. By the time these companies reach public markets, a significant portion of their return potential may already have been captured by private investors. Investing in unlisted securities can provide earlier participation in ...

Macquarie AM, IG4 Capital to realise over $1bn in global transaction

MATTHEW WAI | WEDNESDAY, 3 JUN 2026

... support Brazil's role in global trade." The transaction follows MAM's acquisition of a Brazilian toll road portfolio platform in May last year. Meanwhile, CLI's management will remain unchanged, with Gabriel Motta continuing as chief executive. "The ...

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Australian Unity to shed 195 roles

MATTHEW WAI | 12:42PM

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 | 12:34PM

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 | 12:17PM

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 | 12:29PM

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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