According to the former AFA submission to the Senate Economics Committee’s investigation into ASIC, there are “significant differences” in the treatment of misconduct in occupations.

With business revenue growing 17 per cent to $74.3 million, Praemium believes 2023 has seen key strategic decisions, such as divesting its international operations, pay off with increased profitability and shareholder returns.

The Federal Court has handed down a penalty to AMP to pay Equity Financial Planners and Wealthstone, two members of the class action.

The appeals tribunal has granted a temporary stay order to a Queensland director who was banned by ASIC in March for failing to meet fit and proper person requirements.

New Vanguard analysis has uncovered that the majority of women are less optimistic about their financial decision-making than their male counterparts, especially relating to investment products.

A Rockhampton-based advisory business specialising in insurance advice is the latest addition to Count’s national advice community.

Risk targeted investing’s approach to changing market conditions combines realism and preparedness, taking the pressure off advisers and their clients, writes Tony Edwards.