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The main objectives of the research report commissioned by the FMA were to Measure the level of confidence the New Zealand public have in the New Zealand financial markets; Measure perceptions and awareness of the FMA; Explore how investors and have responded to market volatility following the COVID-19 pandemic; Capture New Zealanders’ experience of investment scams.

The Audit Quality Directors Guide 2020 handbook is aimed at directors of FMC reporting entities. It sets out how you, as a director, can contribute to the quality of your audit, as well as what you can expect from the FMA and your auditor.

This Regulatory Impact Statement (RIS) discusses standard conditions for financial advice provider (FAP) licences, to be imposed by the FMA.

Consultation feedback form: KiwiSaver fees and value for money

This consultation seeks input from KiwiSaver managers, KiwiSaver supervisors, other MIS managers, and other interested parties, on the regulatory approach to the statutory requirement that KiwiSaver fees must not be unreasonable and the related overarching statutory duties.

Consultation: This guidance note is for any person who gives regulated financial advice, and their advisers and interested parties. It seeks feedback on proposed recognition of certain Australian adviser qualifications.

FMA defers AML reporting, insurer reviews, scheme reports, and consultation deadlines due to Covid-19 Alert Levels in Aug–Sept 2021.