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BT Super announces new member administration fees

BT today announces a new administration fee schedule for BT Super customers and Asgard Employee Super Account MySuper customers.

BT Panorama ranked number one for netflows

According to the latest Strategic Insight data BT Panorama was the fastest growing retail platform in netflows for the 12 months to June 2019, with $8.2b generated well ahead of any competitor.

BT Panorama boosts functionality as rapid growth continues

BT launches LifeCENTRAL+ Online

In just over one month since the launch of the internet browser version of BT’s life insurance quote and application software, LifeCENTRAL+ Online, the total number of quotes generated by advisers has increased by more than 30 per cent, with more than 3,500 advisers and their support staff now using the software.

Emerging Fashion Designer 2019 winner announced

BT and the Australian Fashion Council (AFC) are proud to announce Melbourne-based Blair Archibald as the winner of the BT Emerging Fashion Designer Award 2019.

BT’s Cancer Assistance Program gives clients a better chance at getting their life back on track earlier

Launched in January 2018, the pilot program has resulted in 86% of clients citing an improvement in functional capacity, giving them a better chance at returning to wellness within a shorter time frame, post-disability. The program has also given clients a better claims service experience, with client satisfaction averaging at 90%.

Westpac resets wealth strategy

Advisers rate BT Panorama No 1 for online business management

Financial advisers have rated BT Panorama as the number one investment platform when it comes to online business management features according to the latest Platform Competitive Analysis and Benchmarking Report from Investment Trends.

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Latest round of enhancements to BT's life insurance quote and application software

BT has introduced further upgrades to its life insurance quote and application software LifeCENTRAL+, making it even easier for financial advisers to obtain cover for their clients.

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BT Panorama accelerates growth

BT Panorama is set to surpass $15 billion in funds under administration (FUA) with a 75 per cent increase in netflows since BT introduced simple open platform pricing in July last year.

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BT launches CoreSeries Portfolios managed accounts on BT Panorama; expands offer

BT has launched six active diversified managed portfolios, available on BT Panorama on both the full and compact menu. Designed to meet the core investment needs of a wide range of clients, CoreSeries caters to different risk profiles with no portfolio level investment management fees and a low underlying management fee between 50bp and 78bps, with the balanced option at 68bps.

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BT supports key recommendations of Productivity Commission report into Superannuation

BT Financial Group (BT) welcomes the release of the Productivity Commission’s (PC) final report into the efficiency and competitiveness of Australia’s superannuation system.

Finalists announced for the BT Emerging Fashion Designer Award 2019

BT Financial Group, in partnership with the Australian Fashion Council (AFC), is pleased to announce labels Courtney Holm of A.BCH, Minhee Jo of Aaizél and Blair Archibald of Blair Archibald as the finalists for the 2019 BT Emerging Fashion Designer Award.

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BT Panorama reaches $13 billion in FUA; introduces digital Record of Advice and enhances reporting

BT Financial Group (BT) has announced it has reached $13 billion in Funds under Administration (FUA) and added further enhancements to its flagship investment platform, BT Panorama.

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World Bank, Westpac Launch First Sustainable Growth Bonds in Australia

The World Bank (International Bank for Reconstruction and Development, IBRD, Aaa/AAA) today announced it is partnering with Westpac Banking Corporation and BNP Paribas to launch the first Sustainable Growth Bonds for Australian investors.

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BT launches dedicated adviser hub, BT Open Services

1 November 2018 - BT has launched a dedicated adviser hub, BT Open Services, offering advisers and licensees a range of services to support their advice practices.

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‘Downsizer’ contributions top adviser queries

The new ‘downsizer’ contributions strategy, allowing clients to top up their superannuation from the proceeds of the sale of their home is the top adviser query according to BT Financial Group’s Technical team in the September quarter. The interest is off the back of the introduction of the downsizer option which has been available since 1 July 2018.

BT divests from tobacco and controversial weapons, Unveils barriers to sustainable investing

BT Financial Group announced it has expanded its divestment from tobacco and controversial weapons, after extending its ESG exclusion framework to investment mandates for internally managed investments.

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BT launches enhanced online software for life insurance applications

BT has enhanced its online quote and application software, LifeCENTRAL+, to make the process of applying for life insurance simpler and more efficient for advisers and their clients. LifeCENTRAL+ now allows advisers and their support teams to share information online, making collaboration easier and resulting in a more efficient way of running their businesses.

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Advisers predict new managed accounts inflow to double in three years

Managed accounts are growing in popularity among clients and advisers with year on year growth across the industry at 31 per cent1 and BT has reported a 250 per cent increase in funds under administration (FUA) on its Panorama managed account solutions over the same period.

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BT launches digital-first corporate super product

BT has launched a new corporate super product, BT Super offering members investment choice from leading global fund managers and harnessing the digital capability of BT Panorama.

BT Protection Plans: latest product updates

BT has introduced enhancements to its Protection Plans product suite, with increased life insurance cover for farmers and homemakers, reduced medical requirements for clients aged under 45, and updated medical definitions among the key features.

BT Panorama growth continues: adds Challenger annuities and CMA Saver

BT has expanded its flagship BT Panorama platform with the addition of new in-demand functionality and offers including Challenger annuities, providing an integrated solution for retirees, and CMA Saver, a cash management account with no transaction or administration fees.

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BT Emerging Fashion Designer Award 2019 entries now open

Entries have officially opened for the 2019 BT Emerging Fashion Designer Award. The prestigious award aims to identify and showcase Australia’s most promising emerging fashion designers and provide support in the form of financial means, access to services and mentoring.

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BT introduces Level Premium Policy Replacement

BT Financial Group (BT) has launched a new Level Premium Policy Replacement process for BT Protection Plans, which allows clients to maintain their level premiums for their life insurance, even when the funding method or ownership structure of their policy changes.

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BT announces significant cuts to platform pricing; Launches BT Open services

BT Financial Group (BT) is today announcing three new initiatives: - significant pricing changes to its flagship platform, BT Panorama - the launch of a ‘compact’ BT Panorama offer - an online adviser services hub, BT Open Services

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Deductible personal super contributions lead adviser queries

Deductible personal superannuation contributions are the top query from financial advisers according to BT Financial Advice’s (BTFA) Technical team in the June quarter, following super reforms allowing more Australians to use this strategy and top up their retirement savings.

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Advisers rate BT Panorama first for mobile functionality

BT’s flagship investment platform, BT Panorama is the highest rated platform among financial advisers for its mobile access and app, according to new research from Investment Trends1 as the growth in digital demand continues.

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BT Financial Advice announces removal of grandfathered payments.

Customers of BT Financial Advice operating through the Westpac, St.George, Bank of Melbourne and BankSA networks (BT Financial Advisers) will benefit from the removal of grandfathered payments attributable to their BT products.

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Westpac acknowledges civil proceedings commenced by ASIC regarding a former financial adviser

Westpac today acknowledges commencement of Federal Court proceedings by the Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC) in respect of one former financial adviser it reported to ASIC in 2015.

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BT supports Productivity Commission's key recommendations into superannuation industry

BT Financial Group (BT) today announced it supports a number of key draft recommendations in the Productivity Commission’s (PC) report into the $2.6 trillion superannuation industry which, if implemented, would save consumers $3.9 billion each year.

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SMSF diversification top priority - advisers

As more Australians invest their retirement savings in SMSFs, new research shows greater diversification of portfolios is needed, with only one in five advisers considering all their SMSF client portfolios well diversified.

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BT Panorama one of Australia's fastest growing platforms surpasses $10 billion

BT has announced its flagship platform, BT Panorama, has passed $10 billion in funds under administration (FUA) securing its place as one of the fastest growing platforms in the market, while continuing to differentiate from heritage platforms.

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Australian women feel less prepared for their financial futures

In an address today at the 2018 Global Summit of Women, BT General Manager Superannuation, Melinda Howes highlighted that more support is needed when it comes to women and finances, with new research showing less than one fifth (18%) of women feel satisfied they are on track in preparing for their financial future.

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Millennials see a rosy outlook despite rising living costs, new BT research says

Millennials (Gen Y and Z) are the most optimistic about their future with 74 per cent saying they will be in a better financial position in two years’ time despite rising cost of living pressures, says new research from BT Financial Group (BT).

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BT Financial Group appoints new General Manager to lead its Platforms & Investments business

BT Financial Group today announced the resignation of John Shuttleworth, General Manager Platforms and Investments after 14 years with the Group.

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