If you are involved in the credit or rural industries, you may be aware that the Farm Debt Mediation Act is in effect.

MBIE has sought feedback on the reform issues raised in the recent Consultation Paper – New Financial Advice Regime.

A submission has been made, because the new FSLAB is an important area of law reform that is relevant to many clients.

The FMA proposes a guidance note on disclosing financial information in equity PDSs - clearly, concisely and effectively.

Transitional provisions for new requirements governing discretionary investment management services were announced.

This publication explores the likely impact of the FMCA, some of the opportunities it presents, and market developments.

The Government is introducing further legislation to tighten the rules for non-bank deposit takers.

The proposed law, expected to be fully operational on 1 July 2020, establishes a mandatory farm debt mediation scheme.

Difficult requirements and significant FMCA penalties can discourage organisations from planning a public capital raise.

5 key changes that aim raise the standard of lenders & to better protect consumers from harmful lending practices.

The Regulatory Systems (Commercial Matters) Amendment Bill has now passed.

Most of NZX's top 25 listed companies now have a diverse mix of debt funding - a trend which is likely to continue.

New guidelines for reporting entities under the Anti-Money Laundering and Countering Financing of Terrorism regime.

The 'presumption of advancement' means loans to family members are treated as gifts unless there is contrary evidence.

The FMA's revised draft guidance note on disclosure shows the FMA has taken on board the criticisms of its first effort.

All financial advisers, brokers, QFEs, and financial service providers should review this Bill to identify any issues.

The Reserve Bank last week released a consultation paper seeking comment on policy proposals for a second non-bank deposit takers (NBDTs) Bill. The Bill will complete the legislative framework for the Reserve Bank’s regulation of the NBDT sector.

The stage is set for a rebound of New Zealand's equity capital markets, with much brighter years now firmly predicted.

The framework for peer to peer lending is set out in the Financial Markets Conduct (Phase 1) Regulations 2014.

On September 15, 2020, New Zealand's Minister for Climate Change announced that New Zealand will be the first country in the world to require the financial sector to report on climate risks.