Tomorrow is the last day to vote in the 2024 MAX Awards, recognising industry excellence in marketing, advertising and sales in financial services. Thank you to the 1,750 people who have already voted across the 22 categories. financialstandard.com.au/max

Speaking at the SIAA Conference, FAAA chief executive Sarah Abood said she supports recent proposals around adviser education from the Joint Associations Working Group. financialstandard.com.au/news/calls-for…

In case you missed it! Here's the best bits from the 2024 MAX Awards and Investment Leadership Awards. Congratulations to the well-deserved winners 🏆 financialstandard.com.au/news/annual-ma… financialstandard.com.au/news/macquarie… Thank you to IVE Group for their continued support!

Nominations for the 2024 FS Power50 close this Friday. The FS Power50 showcases the 50 most influential financial advisers in Australia, actively promoting the value of the financial advice profession. financialstandard.com.au/fspower50

Last week we rocked out to the tune of FICAP raising more than $100k for community partners. With more than $3 Million being raised since FICAP's inception, this is an incredible feat! Read all about the night and performances: financialstandard.com.au/news/ficap-roc…

Fixed income is synonymous with stable returns, but just how stable is fixed income heading into the second half of the year? And how can investors best ensure both stability and profitability. Read more in this special feature: financialstandard.com.au/financial-stan…

Voting is now open for the FS Power50, showcasing Australia's 50 most influential financial advisers in 2024. Make your voice heard and contribute to recognising the pioneers of the financial advice community, by casting your vote here: financialstandard.com.au/fspower50

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Financial Standard is the media partner of AM TECH DAY APAC on 11 March 2025. The event will explore the influence of technological innovations within asset management. View the agenda: amtechdayapac.com/en/programme

Red tape weaved across every corner of financial services is choking competition and innovation and putting consumer protections at risk. Will policymakers get the balance right in 2025? The industry isn't holding its breath. Read more about it here: financialstandard.com.au/financial-stan…

Like most who are drawn to financial advice, Raamy Shahien is a people person, and it's his desire to foster a strong, sustainable community that has helped propel Viridian Advisory Ltd. Read more about Raamy here: financialstandard.com.au/financial-stan…

A more stable monetary landscape and an uptick in dealmaking has given hope to investors that private equity is on the move again. But the large overhang of stock will take time to clear. Read more in this special feature: financialstandard.com.au/financial-stan…

Australia is about to experience one of the biggest demographic changes the nation has ever seen. Braced for a wave of retirees, the super system will be completely reshaped. Read more about it here: financialstandard.com.au/financial-stan…

This great wealth transfer is a major social challenge but arguably a massive opportunity for the advice and financial services industries. Read more about this special feature here: financialstandard.com.au/financial-stan…

QIC head of private debt Australia Phill Miall shares why active management is critical in the asset class and what he's learned during period of tumult. Read more about Phil Miall here: bit.ly/4i5sjbe

CFS managed the two best-performing MySuper options over the year to March 31. The wealth management and superannuation provider's head of equities Ben Lam explains the "art and science" behind its recently evolved manager selection process. financialstandard.com.au/news/inside-co…

Appearing at the Stockbrokers and Investment Advisers Association's conference this week, chair Ian Knox discussed the shifting nature of Australia's wealth management industry, saying he's never seen it look so good - but it could still be better.financialstandard.com.au/news/wealth-ma…

With the government set to pass Division 296, high-net-worth Australians are looking to take assets out of super to avoid the tax while fresh money is looking for a home outside of the super system. Read more about this special feature here: financialstandard.com.au/financial-stan…