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FMA publishes guide to shares for investors

The FMA has published a guide for investors on the nuts and bolts of choosing, buying, owning and selling shares. Read more.

Expiry dates on all Financial Markets Conduct Act licences to be removed

The Financial Markets Authority (FMA) is to remove the expiry dates for all licences issued under the Financial Markets Conduct Act 2013 in a process expected to be complete by the middle of 2019. Read more here.

Appeal court judgment in ANZ Bank New Zealand v Financial Markets Authority

The court of Appeal has allowed an appeal by the FMA in the matter of ANZ Bank New Zealand (ANZ) v Financial Markets Authority (FMA). Read more here.

ASX 24 derivatives market review

The FMA published the findings of its obligations review of the ASX 24 derivatives market. See more in our media release.

The ingredients for successful KiwiSaver communications

The results of a second FMA, MBIE and industry trial demonstrates using communications based on behavioural insights encourages KiwiSaver members to make an active choice about their investment. The report, “Using behavioural insights to improve KiwiSaver outcomes” was published today.

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.

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