Media releases – 2013

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1. 16 November 2017

   FMA urges investors to know scam warning signs

   In October 2017 the FMA recorded the highest number of monthly calls about fraud, scams and cold calls for more than two years. Check before you invest.
2. 15 November 2017

   Outcome of FMA investigation into Goldman Sachs NZ Ltd

   The Financial Markets Authority (FMA) has concluded an investigation into certain trading activity by Goldman Sachs New Zealand LTD (GS). The GS investigation was prompted by concerns arising from an investigation into trading by Mark Warminger and Milford Asset Management. Read more.
3. 26 October 2017

   FMA files Crimes Act charges against Steven Robertson

   The FMA has filed criminal charges against Steven Robertson in the Auckland District Court under the Crimes Act 1961. Read more.
4. 25 October 2017

   FMA commentary on ICOs and cryptocurrencies

   Investors must understand the risks involved with cryptocurrencies and associated services before they invest. Read more.
5. 19 October 2017

   The FMA and ASIC confirm trans-Tasman collaborative approach to fintech

   The Financial Markets Authority (FMA) and the Australian Securities and Investment Commission (ASIC) have reaffirmed their commitment to collaboration and cooperation on the expanding opportunities in fintech and innovation.
6. 18 October 2017

   FMA allows personalised robo-advice; applications open early 2018

   The Financial Markets Authority (FMA) has decided to grant an exemption to enable personalised robo-advice and is publishing the responses to its earlier consultation. Read more.
7. 11 October 2017

   Bank Bill Benchmark Rate guidance and overview published by FMA

   The Financial Markets Authority (FMA) published today guidance on conduct and expected controls in relation to trading that sets the Bank Bill Benchmark Rate (BKBM) and closing rates. Alongside this, the FMA is also publishing an overview of BKBM and benchmarks, their purpose and how they are regulated.
8. 11 October 2017

   FMA files insider trading charges

   The FMA has filed criminal charges against an individual in the Auckland District Court alleging insider trading in contravention of the Securities Markets Act 1988. Read more.
9. 5 October 2017

   KiwiSaver continues to grow - FMA continues to push providers on customer engagement

   The FMA’s annual KiwiSaver report based on returns as at 31 March 2017 shows total assets were up $7 billion from $33.8 billion in 2016. Investment returns of $2.7 billion were more than double those of 2016, and are close to the previous record $3 billion, reported in 2015.
10. 2 October 2017

    FMA welcomes World Investor Week and urges investors to use a licensed provider

    The FMA is urging investors to become familiar with some home truths about the risks of investing with offshore, unlicensed providers as part of the first ever World Investor Week (2-8 October).
11. 27 September 2017

    FMA publishes annual report 2017

    The Financial Markets Authority (FMA) published its annual report today for the financial year ending June 30 2017. This highlights two key developments for the FMA; a Government review confirming increased funding and the IMF’s Financial System Stability Assessment.
12. 22 September 2017

    FMA toughens approach to misuse of FSPR

    The Financial Markets Authority’s report on the Financial Service Providers Register (FSPR) sets out its work to prevent the misuse of the FSPR between 2014 and 2017.
13. 28 August 2017

    Prince & Partners admits failings as Viaduct Trustee, FMA recovers $4.5 million

    Prince and Partners Trustee Company has admitted a series of failings in its role as trustee of Viaduct, a finance company that went into receivership in 2010. The civil proceedings brought by the FMA against Prince have been settled for $4.5 million. Read more.
14. 28 August 2017

    FMA publishes annual corporate plan

    The Financial Markets Authority is publishing its annual corporate plan for the first time, setting out its planned regulatory activities and key areas of focus to June 2018.
15. 17 August 2017

    Not all bonds are equal – FMA survey

    Over 1 million New Zealanders have more than $15 billion invested in conservative or default KiwiSaver funds, mostly invested in fixed-interest assets, including bonds. However, only four in ten KiwiSaver members surveyed by the FMA knew that most funds invest in bonds.