Australia

Australian Regulator to Facilitate Securities Offer by Foreign Firms

By Editors | 30/05/2014

The Australian regulator released a consultation paper proposing class order relief and guidance for foreign companies offering CHESS Depositary Interests over their shares to investors in Australia.

Australian Regulator Urges Funds to Review Class Order Compliance

By Editors | 30/05/2014

Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC) is encouraging providers of investor directed portfolio services or so-called platforms to review ongoing compliance with class orders.

Australian Regulator Issues Report on Confidential Information, Warns of Complacency

By Editors | 27/05/2014

Australia’s disclosure regime ensures retail investors can trust the integrity of the market, the Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC) said, although it warned companies not to become complacent.

New Zealand Regulator Sees Improving Confidence in Financial Markets

By Editors | 20/05/2014

A survey by the Financial Markets Authority has found more people are confident in New Zealand’s financial markets, but half are still unsatisfied with investment material companies give clients.

Australia’s New APRA Rule to Squeeze Banks’ Returns, Cut Dividends

By Editors | 08/05/2014

Australian Prudential Regulation Authority has told banks it will stop allowing lenders to use non-recourse debt to bolster their Tier 1 capital requirements.

Australian Securities Regulator Outlines Initiatives to Cut Red Tape

By Editors | 07/05/2014

Australia’s securities regulator has outlined ongoing and new initiatives to cut red tape and lower compliance costs for market participants.

New Zealand’s Financial Markets Conduct Act to Promote Cultural Shift

By Editors | 05/05/2014

A long-term cultural shift for the better is underway in New Zealand financial services as the new Financial Markets Conduct Act 2013 takes effect.

Australian Authority Proposes to Simplify Prudential Framework for Securitisation

By Editors | 02/05/2014

The Australian Prudential Regulation Authority has released a discussion paper outlining a revised standard for securitisation.

New Zealand Market Regulator Eyes Easy-to-Follow IPO Offer Documents

By Editors | 29/04/2014

New Zealand’s Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment will conduct a consultation on the proposal for easier-to-follow product disclosure statements (PDS) which will be required from companies listing on the country’s exchange.