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  1. 10 October 2022

    Ethical investing

    Ethical investing, responsible investing, green finance, sustainable investing, social investing, ESG. Whatever you call it, many of us are keen to align our investment choices to our values. But before you jump in because an investment claims to be ‘ethical’, take a deeper look at what you’re investing in and other factors you may need to consider.

  2. 5 October 2022

    Ethical finance

    The FMA supports ethical finance and New Zealand’s transition to an integrated financial system – one that looks beyond financial returns to also consider non-financial factors. Read more about our role in an integrated financial system on this page.

  3. 5 December 2024

    Focus areas

    The FMA uses a range of tools to support the functioning of financial markets and services, and compliance with legislation. This section contains information about conduct regulation, ethical finance, climate related disclosures, innovation in financial markets, AML/CFT and consultations. 

  4. 29 April 2025

    Climate Reporting Entities (CREs)

    The New Zealand government has introduced a new regime making climate-related disclosures mandatory for some organisations. Organisations covered (known as Climate Related Entities or CREs) will have to make annual disclosures covering governance arrangements, risk management, strategies and metrics and targets for mitigating and adapting to climate change impacts. The requirement applies to the larger publicly listed companies, big insurers, banks, non-bank deposit takers and investment managers. Read more on the FMA website.

  5. 3 December 2024

    CRD records illustrative examples

    This document provides illustrative examples to help CREs think about how their CRD records could substantiate their climate statements, along with practical and useful information to help CREs understand our expectations. It is split across the four thematic disclosure areas of NZ CS 1. The guidance and illustrative examples focus on disclosures that need the most explanation, including disclosures that bring a higher risk of non-compliance.

  7. 23 February 2024

    Climate related disclosure levies

    Get details on FMA climate-related disclosure levies, waiver eligibility, application steps, and fees for NZ financial entities.

  8. 26 July 2022

    Ethical Investment Journey Research

    This report contains findings from a qualitative study interviewing a range of New Zealanders about their experience with ethical* investments. It covers the underlying factors that drive people toward considering an ethical investment (KiwiSaver or managed fund) and their experiences of navigating the different providers and products on offer. It also provides detail on specific triggers and difficulties during people’s journey toward buying ethical investments. It covers the types of information people find most useful, challenges facing potential ethical investors, and factors providers should consider to improve people’s experience. Ethical Investment Journey Research - July 2022.

  10. 7 July 2023

    Climate related disclosures implementation approach

    The Financial Sector (Climate-related Disclosures and Other Matters) Amendment Bill (CRD Bill) received Royal assent on 27 October 2021. This document briefly explains the Financial Sector (Climate-related Disclosures and Other Matters) Amendment Act 2021 (the CRD legislation) and outlines the Financial Markets Authority’s (FMA) implementation approach for the CRD regime over a period of approximately 4 years, through to 2025/26. It sets out the roles and responsibilities of the various government agencies, to help industry understand ‘who is doing what’ with regard to CRD.

  11. 27 November 2024

    Submissions report CRD PDS proposed guidance

    Collation of written feedback received as part of the FMA’s public consultation on the proposed information sheet on references to climate statements in disclosure documents

  12. 19 June 2024

    CRD What you need to know

    This guide has been produced by the FMA and the External Reporting Board (XRB). It is intended for anyone interested in understanding the basics of the CRD regime.