Financial Advisory stories

Multiplier expands in New Zealand with Oxygen Advisors buyout as the startup-focused accounting firm joins its global roll-up.

Recludo deepens Melbourne mortgage push with 51% Astar Financial buy as it lifts residential loan book to GBP £3 billion.

Victor Chang Cardiac Research Institute says Oracle-powered HeartSight has cut diagnosis times 80 per cent as AI is explored for personalised transplant care.

Australian SMEs are upbeat on 2026 growth but say they are “flying blind”, lacking strategic advisers and facing a sharp regional advice gap.

Scalare revenue jumps 360% to AUD $7.13 million as its integrated founder platform delivers first half of positive operating cash flow.

FWD Singapore overhauls leadership, uniting finance, tech and distribution to sharpen adviser focus ahead of its 2026 tenth anniversary.

Aonic acquires Prime Insights for $250m, expanding beyond gaming into research tech and adtech to boost its global data platform reach.

NiCE to acquire Cognigy for USD $955 million, combining AI platforms to enhance global customer experience with advanced conversational AI solutions.

Upcover launches a dedicated fintech insurance vertical in Australia, offering tailored policies and faster digital solutions to support fintech firms' growth.

Organisations are increasingly adopting cloud AI solutions to boost efficiency and enhance customer experiences, says Transparency Market Research.

SolarWinds has struck a deal to be acquired by Turn/River Capital for around USD $4.4 billion, offering shareholders a premium of 35% per share.

Sophos has acquired Secureworks for USD $859 million, solidifying its position as a top cybersecurity provider with enhanced comprehensive services.

SYSPRO has acquired UK software provider NexSys, enhancing its presence in the UK and broadening its European reach as part of growth strategy.

Kroll appoints Jon Rowell as Head of APAC to enhance strategy and growth initiatives from Sydney. Rowell brings 30+ years of global advisory expertise.

In a major digital expansion, Australasian advisory firm Findex has acquired the Microsoft Business Applications practice from FiveP.

Mazars in Singapore expands its Financial Advisory and Consulting teams with the appointment of two new local Partners.

Findex Group appoints Lianne Bolton as CFO to drive strategic growth in regional Australia, aiming to triple its wealth practice to AUD$50bn.

Digital Realty appoints Serene Nah as Managing Director, Head of Asia Pacific to lead the global data centre expansion and growth in the region.

PwC Australia welcomes 67 new internal partners as well as 18 lateral hire partners, bringing the total to 85, marking the firm's largest intake ever.

Mazars announces promotions and a new appointment with focus on financial advisory practice and audit innovation to support growth plans.