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FMA Consummates MOUs with New Zealand’s Dispute Resolution Schemes
The Financial Markets Authority (FMA) in New Zealand has signed a number of recent memorandums of understanding (MOU) with several entities.
Thursday, 16/04/2015 | 09:44 GMT
by
Jeff Patterson
Interviews
Compliance Specialist Paphitis Weighs in on New Zealand FX Regulation
Angelos Paphitis, Cypriot and New Zealand compliance specialist discusses the regulatory environment facing brokers in NZ.
Thursday, 15/01/2015 | 00:08 GMT
by
Jeff Patterson
Regulation
European Financial Watchdogs Warn against Three More Unlicensed Brokers
The brokers involved this time are not accused of being a scam or running a fraud but the regulators treat them as such because they are not recognized by them or by any other official body that the regulators have a passporting agreement with.
Tuesday, 06/01/2015 | 15:49 GMT
by
Avi Mizrahi
Analysis
Breaking: Offshore New Zealand Brokers Exempted from NZ$ 1M Capital Requirement
According to the New Zealand Financial Markets Authority, if brokers are not offering their services to New Zealand residents, there is no need to get licensed by the regulator, but only register on the FSPR.
Tuesday, 02/12/2014 | 17:04 GMT
by
Victor Golovtchenko
Analysis
Breaking: New Zealand FMA’s Phase Two Slated to Take Effect, Major Shift Coming?
Phase two of New Zealand’s Financial Markets Authority (FMA) is poised to take effect December 1, ushering in a new era of capital markets and financial services laws that will revamp investor disclosure.
Friday, 28/11/2014 | 07:58 GMT
by
Jeff Patterson
Executive Moves
NZ’s Financial Markets Authority Appoints Murray Jack as Chair
New Zealand regulator, the Financial Markets Authority (FMA) has appointed Murray Jack as its newest Chair following a numerous board member roles in other domestic operations.
Thursday, 27/11/2014 | 00:01 GMT
by
Jeff Patterson
Regulation
FMA Pushing Forward with Plans to Raise Regulatory Standards and Shed Soft-Touch Reputation
As the FMA prepares to initiate Phase Two of its sweeping financial markets reform later this year, the touchy subject of regulatory arbitrage comes into focus once more.
Tuesday, 04/11/2014 | 10:46 GMT
by
George Tchetvertakov
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Analysis
FMA Urges Jackpot-Seeking Retail Investors to Avoid 'Big Win' Scams
The FMA implores investors to restrain their profit expectations and avoid falling for financial scams. But is it realistic to expect unprepared and unaware novice investors to avoid becoming fixated with profits?
Thursday, 23/10/2014 | 09:15 GMT
by
George Tchetvertakov
Analysis
Kiwi Investors Tend to Underestimate Risk But Are Broadly Risk Averse
A recent FMA survey suggest Kiwi investors are well versed when it comes to simple investments, but when it comes to complex financial instruments, knowledge and understanding are often lacking.
Tuesday, 14/10/2014 | 06:58 GMT
by
George Tchetvertakov
Regulation
New Zealand FMA Initiates New Guidelines, Broker Exodus Ahead?
New Zealand’s Financial Market Authority (FMA), has announced the launch of Phase One in its initiation of new regulations in the country. Among changes is the requirement of increased net capital for foreign FSPs.
Wednesday, 09/04/2014 | 11:52 GMT
by
Ron Finberg
Regulation
NZ Regulatory Body Launches Forex Probe as Scope of Allegations Widens
The widening scope of a global forex investigation has now extended to New Zealand, as the country’s Commerce Commission has announced the launch of a probe into the manipulation of currency rates.
Monday, 31/03/2014 | 06:46 GMT
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Jeff Patterson
Regulation
New Zealand Slated to Unveil Landmark Financial Reporting Act on April 1st
New Zealand’s Financial Markets Authority has announced that the Financial Reporting Act, which will implement market-wide parity for financial reporting obligations in NZ, is poised take effect on April 1.
Friday, 14/03/2014 | 12:42 GMT
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Jeff Patterson
Regulation
New Zealand Regulator Adds Extra Layer of Checks for Advisers Selling FX & Futures
New Zealand's financial regulator has enhanced the licensing procedure for financial advisers promoting regulated financial instruments. Advisers will need to provide additional details to the regulators prior to gaining approval.
Friday, 31/01/2014 | 12:42 GMT
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Adil Siddiqui
Regulation
Bona Fide or Bogus? New Zealand FX Broker Registration Minefield Explained
New Zealand has become a very popular destination for FX brokers to establish operations with close proximity to important markets. Care is required, however, when selecting a consultancy to assist with establishment.
Thursday, 05/12/2013 | 15:31 GMT
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Andrew Saks McLeod
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Regulation
New Zealand's Financial Markets Authority Appoints New CEO, to Assume Role in February
The crown entity under the two peak regulatory structure alongside the Reserve Bank of New Zealand, has announced that Rob Everett will assume the role of CEO in February as the FMA prepares for upcoming changes.
Friday, 29/11/2013 | 11:56 GMT
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Steven Hatzakis
Regulation
Orchestrator Of New Zealand's Largest Ever Ponzi Scheme Sent To Jail For 10 Years
David Ross, CEO of Ross Asset Management, has today been sentenced to 10 years and 10 months in jail for orchestrating the largest and highest value Ponzi scheme in the history of New Zealand, with $115 million lost.
Friday, 15/11/2013 | 08:58 GMT
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Andrew Saks McLeod
Regulation
Lid Lifted On OakFX Boiler Room Following FMA Regulatory Warning
Further to last week's warning issued by the New Zealand FMA urging investors to exercise extreme care when approached by OakFX, the forceful sales tactics and high pressure environment has been revealed.
Sunday, 08/09/2013 | 09:34 GMT
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Andrew Saks McLeod
Regulation
Largest Ponzi Scheme In New Zealand's History Lands Perpetrator In Jail
New Zealand fraudster David Ross was sentenced to jail on Thursday last week for orchestrating the largest Ponzi scheme ever to have occurred in New Zealand. The FMA cites a total of $380 million in fraudulent activity.
Monday, 02/09/2013 | 09:31 GMT
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Andrew Saks McLeod
Brokers
Caveat Emptor! New Zealand FMA Warns About Attempt To Dupe Clients
New Zealand's FMA has today issued a warning concerning what it considers to be unrealistic and misrepresenting claims regarding the potential attainable returns from investing in Phoenix Forex's Oak FX system.
Thursday, 29/08/2013 | 09:04 GMT
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Andrew Saks McLeod
Regulation
Tarnished FX Broker Gives Identity Theft a New Dimension
Choose your CEO? New Zealand's Financial regulator, the Financial Markets Authority, warns against a Forex broker that falsifies its offices, telephone numbers and who its owners are.
Wednesday, 24/07/2013 | 13:41 GMT
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Adil Siddiqui
Executive Moves
New Zealand FMA Continues Senior Level Restructure - Sue Brown Elected To Position of Head Of Strategy, Innovation and Development
As New Zealand's financial regulatory environment evolves, the FMA makes further appointments to its leadership team. Today, Sue Brown assumes her new role as Head of Strategy, Innovation and Development.
Sunday, 14/07/2013 | 12:49 GMT
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Andrew Saks McLeod
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Regulation
New Zealand FMA CEO Sean Hughes Announces Resignation, Will Clear His Desk At End Of 2013
The New Zealand Financial Markets Authority today announced the intention of its CEO to stand down at the end of this year, after a three year tenure during the inaugural stages of the national regulator.
Thursday, 11/07/2013 | 09:13 GMT
by
Andrew Saks McLeod
Regulation
New Zealand’s Financial Markets Authority Releases Annual Investigations And Enforcements Report
As part of a program of strengthening New Zealand's regulatory structure, the FMA, the country's national regulator, has released its annual report on investigations which it carried out within a 12 month period.
Monday, 01/07/2013 | 13:22 GMT
by
Andrew Saks McLeod
Regulation
New Zealand FMA Gains Regulatory Powers. AML Procedure Becomes Effective June 30
New Zealand's regulatory authorities have confirmed that the FMA will require Anti-Money Laundering procedures to be adhered to, as well as surveillance and monitoring of compliance with such rulings from June 30.
Thursday, 06/06/2013 | 12:30 GMT
by
Andrew Saks McLeod
Brokers
Alpari RU Leaving New Zealand as Regulations Grow
Aiming to contract its New Zealand operations as financial regulations in the country grow, Alpari has notified Apari NZ clients that their accounts are being transferred to a new division called 'Alpari Limited'
Thursday, 16/05/2013 | 17:23 GMT
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Ron Finberg
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