The experience pathway’s passage through Parliament has been welcomed by the industry as a way to prevent further adviser exodus.

Self-licensed advisers are most likely to have seen their profit margins increase over the past 12 months, according to research by Investment Trends, as fees increase for clients.

Count has welcomed a Melbourne-based advice practice to its network, with a focus on the technology efficiencies provided by the licensee.

Danielle Wood, chief executive of the Grattan Institute, has been appointed as chair of the Productivity Commission as its previously announced candidate, Chris Barrett, steps back.

In its first FUM update since releasing its full-year results, Magellan has announced its retail and institutional flows during August.

WTW has expanded its Australian investments business with the acquisition of the management rights to two funds from NSW-based advice business, Profile Financial Services.

Focusing on behaviour and psychology can help advisers to strengthen their client relationships and offer a unique service proposition, writes Jane Monica Jones.