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  2. 16 May 2018

    Insurers spend $34 million on soft commissions

    FMA report details how nine life and health insurance companies spent $34 million on non-financial incentives like trips, business support and conferences for financial advisers over a two-year period.
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    Insurance, Media release, Consumer, News & Insights
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  3. 30 May 2018

    Financial Services Conduct and Culture Review

    RBNZ and FMA briefed the Finance and Expenditure Select committee on the Australian Royal Commission (RC) into Misconduct in Banking, Superannuation and Financial Services Industry, and the response by regulators in New Zealand.
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    Conduct, Media release, Business, News & Insights
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  4. 3 July 2018

    FMA statement on Blackfort/Arena sentencing

    The FMA acknowledges the sentencing today in the Serious Fraud Office’s criminal prosecution of Mr Jimmy McNicholl and Mr Lance Ryan, also known as Lance Jared Thompson. These individuals were prosecuted in relation to a Ponzi scheme in Christchurch that resulted in hundreds of people investing a total of $8.3m.
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    Media release, Cases, News & Insights, Enforcement
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  5. 13 July 2018

    CBL investigation update

    The FMA has completed a preliminary assessment of the information obtained as part of the CBL investigation to date and has concerns about potential breaches of the Financial Markets Conduct Act 2013 and the Companies Act 1993. Read more.
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    Media release, Cases, Business, News & Insights, Enforcement
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  6. 18 July 2018

    Customers not the focus of replacement business at large insurers

    The Financial Markets Authority (FMA) is considering regulatory action against three large financial institutions or qualifying financial entities (QFEs) following a review of insurance replacement business practices.
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    Insurance, Media release, Consumer, News & Insights
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  8. 28 February 2018

    Refreshed corporate governance handbook published

    Corporate Governance handbook refreshed to remove any unnecessary overlap with the NZX Code, particularly to ensure the NZX Code is the primary source for requirements for listed companies.
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    Directors, Roles, Media release, Business, News & Insights
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  9. 17 April 2018

    Consultation opens on dual language disclosure documents

    The FMA is seeking submissions on its proposal to enable companies offering investments to publish product disclosure statements (PDS) in both te reo Māori and English.
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    Media release, Roles, Business, Market operator, News & Insights
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  10. 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.
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    Media release, FMA, News & Insights
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  12. 16 April 2018

    Formal warning: Crafters & Co Limited

    The FMA has issued a formal warning to Crafters & Co Limited and its director, Hadleigh Petherick.
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    Media release, Cases, Formal warning, Powers, News & Insights, Enforcement
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  13. 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.
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    Cryptocurrencies, Roles, Media release, Business, Consumer, News & Insights
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  14. 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.
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    Media release, Cases, News & Insights, Enforcement
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  15. 23 November 2017

    FMA publishes 2017 Audit Quality Report/directors’ guide

    The FMA’s 2017 Audit Quality Report shows that since the FMA began these reviews in 2013, all audit firms now have systems and policies in place to deliver high-quality audits.
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    Directors, Auditor Regulation Act 2011, Media release, Roles, Legislation, Business, News & Insights
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