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CFO optimism holding despite fears of further regulation

The latest edition of Deloitte’s CFO Sentiment report noted that the “recent flurry of regulatory activity in the financial sector” is a top concern for Australia’s chief financial officers

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Regulators can use royal commission evidence, says lawyer

Law firm Dentons has warned that ASIC and APRA will be able to use evidence collected by the upcoming royal commission to ban individuals from the industry.

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Regulation causing ‘policy fatigue’ among banks: Deloitte

The professional services giant has identified the top 10 regulatory themes for financial services in Asia Pacific in 2018.

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ASIC permanently bans financial adviser

ASIC has permanently banned a South Australian financial adviser from providing financial services on the basis that he is not of good fame or character.

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ASIC provides tips for financial resolutions

The financial services regulator is encouraging Australians to start the new year by setting financial goals, listing five tips to help achieve the feat.

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Regulator denies ANZ’s foreign sale

ANZ Bank’s attempt to sell a finance subsidiary to a Chinese conglomerate has been blocked by a New Zealand regulator.

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Regulator amends conflicted remuneration guidance

ASIC has issued updates to its regulatory guidance on conflicted remuneration for advisers in preparation for incoming reforms to life insurance remuneration, which come into effect on 1 ...

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APRA welcomes finalisation of Basel III

The prudential regulator has welcomed the announcement that the Basel Committee on Banking Supervision had finalised the Basel III bank capital framework.

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Commission could lead to even more regulation for banks

AMP Capital chief economist Shane Oliver believes a royal commission may suggest tighter regulation for the Australian banking sector at a time when other regions are focusing on ...

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