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Media releases – 2020

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South and Provan jailed for 4 years and 6 months on Crimes Act charges

Robert Ian South and Murray Byron Provan have both been sentenced to four years and six months in prison at Tauranga District Court on charges brought by the FMA. Read more.

Smart Investor tool launched to help Kiwis get ahead financially

Smart Investor enables Kiwis to search and compare New Zealand investments such as KiwiSaver, shares, bonds and other types of managed products for the first time.

FMA and RBNZ report on life insurer conduct and culture

The FMA and RBNZ have completed their joint review of 16 New Zealand life insurers. This review follows the regulators’ bank review published in November 2018.

NZX & FMA initiate industry review: Capital Markets 2029

NZX and FMA have initiated an industry-led review of New Zealand’s capital markets. Capital Markets 2029 is designed to deliver a ten-year vision and growth agenda for the sector.

Two men convicted on Crimes Act charges

Robert Ian South and Murray Byron Provan have been found guilty at Tauranga District Court on charges filed by the FMA. Read more.

Explaining fees and products key for consumers

We have released survey into consumers’ experience of providers’ conduct. The survey found that New Zealanders are relatively satisfied with their financial providers, with consumers feeling they are treated fairly (70%), and with respect (72%).

Accredited Body Reports - NZICA and CPA Australia Published - December 2018

We published the accredited body reports for the New Zealand Institute of Chartered Accountants (NZICA) and CPA Australia.

FMA reports on Wynyard investigation

FMA has published the findings of its investigation into Wynyard Group Limited’s (Wynyard) compliance with continuous disclosure and fair dealing obligations.

Public warning –Brian (John) Ferguson

The Financial Markets Authority (FMA) has issued a public warning about Brian Ferguson, a registered financial adviser from Palmerston North.

FMA publishes 2018 Audit Quality Report & Directors’ Guide

The FMA's Audit Quality Report 2018 expresses concern at the continued inconsistencies in audits provided by the same firm, while noting the overall quality of audits has improved in recent years.

Peer-to-peer lending/crowdfunding 2018 data published

The FMA today published its second statistical report on peer to peer lending and crowd funding in New Zealand. The industry is required to submit an annual information return each year.

Incentives for bank staff too highly focused on sales - November 2018

The Financial Markets Authority (FMA) published Bank Incentive Structures, its thematic review of how banks in New Zealand incentivise their staff. The report sits alongside the recently published joint FMA/Reserve Bank of New Zealand Conduct and Culture review of New Zealand’s banks.

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