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Media releases
09 Feb 2026
High risk scam targeting communities in Tonga and in New Zealand
Official warning from the FMA and Reserve Bank of Tonga about the BG Wealth / DSJ EX crypto Ponzi scam targeting communities.
Media releases
09 Feb 2026
FMG admits to making misleading statements and makes payment of $2.1 million
FMG admits misleading statements after FMA investigation with $2.1m payment and customer remediation over specified items and indexation issues.
Articles
05 Feb 2026
Staying Safe with Online Money Advice
Stay safe with online money advice in New Zealand. Learn how to spot scams, avoid risky tips, and find licensed financial advisers.
Articles
05 Feb 2026
Talking About Money Online
Talking about money online in New Zealand? Learn what counts as financial advice, legal obligations, and best practices for influencers.
Research
04 Feb 2026
Market Cleanliness in the New Zealand Equity Market
This research report examines the cleanliness of the New Zealand equity market since 2004.
Media releases
04 Feb 2026
FMA issues market cleanliness report
The FMA has released its latest market cleanliness report, analysing insider trading trends on the NZX from 2004 to 2025.
Reports and papers
02 Feb 2026
Operational resilience thematic: findings and insights
Findings from the FMA’s operational resilience thematic review of the peer-to-peer lending sector, based on a September 2025 survey.
Media releases
30 Jan 2026
FMA issues a warning to insurance company for failure to apply advertised discounts
FMA warns AIOI for failing to apply motor insurance discounts with 5055 customers overcharged and highlights issues with controls and systems
Media releases
23 Dec 2025
FMA Board appointments
FMA announces new board appointments including Steven Bardy as Deputy Chair and welcomes Philip Doak and Alastair Hercus.
Media releases
22 Dec 2025
Update on Interim Liquidation of Chance Voight
FMA urges Chance Voight investors to seek advice before funding Bernard Whimp as liquidation and asset preservation orders proceed.
Articles
15 Dec 2025
Meet the team – Enforcement
Learn about the FMA Enforcement team managing investigations, legal analysis, and court proceedings to protect New Zealanders.
Media releases
15 Dec 2025
FMA confirms investigation into Chance Voight
FMA investigates Chance Voight and appoints PwC as interim liquidators for six entities following court action in December 2025.

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