Acquire more than 50 shareholders and you may become subject to the Takeovers Code and the Financial Reporting Act.

Equity crowdfunding It is about companies raising money in return for shares from the general New Zealand public.

This is Part 2 of a detailed submission by Chapman Tripp in relation to the draft Financial Markets Conduct Bill.

Draft regulations for phase one of the FMC Act and the new disclosure requirements have been released for consultation.

Feedback is sought on a Responsible Lending Code to support the reforms to the Credit Contracts and Consumer Finance Act.

A discussion paper outlining the regulations which underpin the Financial Markets Conduct Bill is out for consultation.

The FMA appeals a ruling that the deregistration cannot not stand as it is against the principles of natural justice.

The changes will particularly impact market announcements and investor presentations made under continuous disclosure.

NZX released a consultation paper requesting feedback on proposed amendments to its continuous disclosure guidance note.

On April 13, 2021, the Government of New Zealand announced the introduction of legislation that would make climate-related disclosures aligned with the Recommendations of the Task-Force...

The FMA was justified in deregistering Vivier to strengthen the integrity of New Zealand's FSP registration system.

All financial advisers should be able to to market simple products through unsolicited calls or in-person marketing.

The economic impact of the COVID-19 pandemic has required governments around the world to provide temporary relief to companies and directors experiencing distress as a consequence of the pandemic.

This is Part 1 of a detailed submission by Chapman Tripp in relation to the draft Financial Markets Conduct Bill.

Organisations and individuals are increasingly focusing on positive social and environmental change from the investments.

The FMA revised guidance note on the disclosure of non-GAAP financial information has been released, after consultation.

Discussion of Securities Law Review now in the final phases.

The FMA report shows a regulator moving from a "scrutinise and prosecute" model to early engagement and intervention.

The Consumer Credit and Financial Services Law Reform Bill will require more people to register as financial service providers.

A FMA survey indicates a certain amount of churn in the life insurance industry, to the possible detriment of consumers.