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Industry funds increase Govt pressure on DBFO

Industry funds increase Govt pressure on DBFO

The Super Members Council has told Treasury the second tranche of DBFO is a matter of urgency to avoid another Shield, First Guardian.
Vanguard’s ETF assets top $100bn in Australia first

Vanguard’s ETF assets top $100bn in Australia first

Vanguard Australia Daniel Shrimski said the milestone represents a defining moment in the evolution of the Australian ETF market.
Centrepoint acquires Cairns Wealth, Pinnacle Wealth

Centrepoint acquires Cairns Wealth, Pinnacle Wealth

Centrepoint Alliance has grown its Queensland presence via the acquisition of Cairns Wealth and Pinnacle Wealth.
Asset allocation

Rumours of 60/40 death exaggerated

Institute of Managed Accounts Professionals 2 June 2026

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There has been plenty of debate around the continuing relevance of the 60/40 portfolio but it has not died it has simply evolved.

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MST launches hybrid transition strategy

Mike Taylor 2 June 2026

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MST Financial has moved ahead of the phase-out of listed hybrids with the launch of its MST Hybrid Transition Strategy.

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Lonsec points to ‘uncomfortable paradox’

Mike Taylor 2 June 2026

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Lonsec’s Hong Hon has pointed to the ‘uncomfortable paradox’ created by the a narrow set of large-cap technology companies.

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REST, Aware in Moorabbin consortium deal

Mike Taylor 2 June 2026

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Big industry funds, Aware Super and REST, are part of a Bearings-led consortium which has acquired Moorabbin Airport.

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Retirement readiness in crisis as financial pressures mount: CFS

Yasmine Raso 2 June 2026

Financial Planning

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A crisis of financial confidence has taken hold of Australians when it comes to retirement, according to new CFS research.

ETFs

VanEck bets on ‘quality’ ETF as investors turn selective

Binaya Dahal 2 June 2026

ETFs

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VanEck has launched new equities exchange traded fund (ETF) on the ASX, designed to capture companies with durable financial strength.


INDUSTRY NEWS

Investing Across the Bond Market Cycle

Financial Newswire Contributor 1 June 2026

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With government debt at record highs, what other areas of the bond market could potentially enhance a portfolio’s defensive characteristics?

Re-thinking TPD: Why Severity Matters More Than Ever

Financial Newswire Contributor 1 June 2026

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From an interview with MyRisk Adviser, this article explores how TPD Severity can support clearer advice and better client outcomes.

Where can investors with maturing bank hybrids go?

Financial Newswire Contributor 28 May 2026

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With the phasing out of bank hybrids, where will investors with near term maturities go for regular income accessible on the ASX? Discover potential..

Unlock your clients’ income potential

Financial Newswire Contributor 1 May 2026

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Giving you the flexibility to tailor a portfolio aligned with your client’s personal goals and financial objectives.


Global fund

Aussie family offices use US for AI access

Mike Taylor 1 June 2026

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In another indicator of geopolitical and economic uncertainty, 60% of family offices are prepared to change their strategic asset allocation.

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InterPrac adviser exodus continues

Mike Taylor 29 May 2026

Financial Planning

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Sequoia Financial Group’s InterPrac has continued to lose financial advisers, with a further seven departures taking Sequoia to 161 advisers.

Real wages slump leaves Gen X financially drained

Binaya Dahal 29 May 2026

Financial Planning

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Citro’s Toby Ellis said the Generation X is resilient and capable, but tired, under-recognised and coping rather than thriving.

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APRA imposes license conditions on HUB24 super trustee

Mike Taylor 29 May 2026

Superannuation

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APRA has imposed additional license conditions on the trustee of the HUB24 Superannuation fund – an entity HUB24 is acquiring from EQT.

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Don’t handicap outsourced trustees – Equity Trustees

Mike Taylor 29 May 2026

Funds Management

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Equity Trustees has mounted a strong argument that the Government should not needlessly penalise outsource trustee companies.

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Super outflows outweigh inflows

Mike Taylor 29 May 2026

Superannuation

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In a sign of the changing shape of the superannuation sector, outflows outweighed inflows in the March quarter says APRA.

FinCap to offer private market deals in timed windows

Binaya Dahal 1 June 2026

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FinCap chair Christian Ryan said each offer will open and close on specified dates, with capital deployed directly into the underlying asset.

Tax changes spur Integro’s Victorian expansion

Binaya Dahal 1 June 2026

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Integro Private Wealth has made its first on-the-ground adviser hire in Melbourne, appointing Daniel Secatore as a financial adviser.

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Capital Group, KKR expand public-private fund to Europe

Binaya Dahal 29 May 2026

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Capital Group and KKR to make hybrid public-private funds available to wealthy European and Asian investors.