FINANCIAL MARKETS AUTHORITY

New Zealand Regulator Issues First Equity Crowd Funding Licences

By Editors | 06/08/2014

The Financial Markets Authority has issued its first equity crowd funding licences under the Financial Markets Conduct Act 2013. PledgeMe and Snowball Effect are New Zealand’s first licensed providers of this new financial service.

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.

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.

New Zealand Marks New Era for Financial Markets

By Editors | 01/04/2014

Commerce Minister Craig Foss is welcoming a new era for New Zealand’s financial markets as the Financial Markets Conduct Act comes into force today.

New Zealand Regulator: New Policies Keep Investors Informed on Unsolicited Offers

By Editors | 27/03/2014

The Financial Markets Authority reported that new regulations are assisting investors to make better informed decisions about unsolicited or low ball offers.

New Zealand Regulator Enhances Financial Reporting Policy

By Editors | 07/02/2014

The Financial Markets Authority seeks public opinion on proposed changes to public accountability designations for some entity classes, while introducing some class exemptions.

NZ Regulator Announces New CEO

By Editors | 28/11/2013

The New Zealand regulator, the Financial Markets Authority (FMA) has appointed Rob Everett as its new Chief Executive, effective 3 […]

New Zealand Consults on New Licences

By Editors | 15/11/2013

The Financial Markets Conduct Act 2013 (the Act) introduces licensing for providers offering certain types of financial services. The Financial […]