Managers of Wealth Asia Pacific

Former Big Un CEO pleads guilty in insider trading case

The matter is being prosecuted by the Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions (Cth) (CDPP) following a referral from ASIC.

ASIC bans former ISG Financial Services Limited director Benjamin Godfrey for 10 years

Mr Godfrey has the right to apply to the Administrative Review Tribunal for a review of ASIC’s decision.

Securities Industry Council (“SIC” or the "Council") Public Statement on PSC Corporation Ltd.

The Mandate expired on 25 April 2024.

Explanatory Brief: The Securities and Futures (Amendment) Bill 2026

The issuer must also make reasonable effort to inform recipients when the prospectus is finalised and ready for collection.

ASIC bans former MWL financial services adviser David Lofthouse for 3 years

The banning order took effect from 30 March 2026.

Key Enforcement Actions Taken by MAS in Q1 2026

MAS takes into account the need to deter similar misconduct as well as to safeguard the integrity of Singapore as a financial centre.

ASIC remakes technical relief and updated credit disclosure instruments

ASIC consulted on remaking the technical relief and updated credit disclosure instruments in December 2025 and received no submissions.

ASIC extends intra-fund transfer relief for super trustees

The relief extension gives clarity to superannuation trustees about the application form and cooling-off period requirements during an intra-fund transfer.

Inaugural Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao-Shenzhen Joint Financial Regulatory Meeting

During the meeting, participants exchanged views on industry developments, supervisory work and latest market trends.

APRA stress test shows how the widening home insurance protection gap may impact Australia's financial system resilience

The Insurance CVA is not a forecast or prediction of future outcomes.

Appleby shortlisted at the ALB China Law Awards 2026

These nominations reflect Appleby’s strong offshore capabilities and its track record in advising on complex, high‑value and cross‑border restructuring and debt market matters.

Carey Olsen shortlisted for Offshore Law Firm of the Year at ALB China Law Awards 2026

Carey Olsen was recently recognised in China Business Law Journal’s Deals of the Year 2025 for two significant cross-border transactions

Moneysmart publishes tips on using AI for financial issues

While AI can be used as a learning tool, it should always be checked against trusted, independent sources to verify claims before acting on any information it gives you.

ASIC launches financial complaints data dashboard

Transparency is crucial to supporting a fair, strong, and efficient financial system.

in1Bank completes return of deposits process

APRA has closely monitored the return of deposits process, which involved all but a small percentage of in1Bank deposits being transferred to other banking institutions.

Moneysmart refresh puts young Australians at the centre of trusted financial guidance

The refresh is designed to reflect how Australians – especially younger people – are learning about and making decisions with money today.

Supreme Court orders Macquarie Securities to pay $35 million penalty in short sale misreporting case

The Court also found that MSAL engaged in misleading conduct in relation to its misreporting.

March RBA hike now on the cards

Allen said because of the concerning economic environment it is likely, at this stage, to expect an interest rate hike in both March and May.

RBNZ working with industry to improve access to basic transaction services

Last year the Council of Financial Regulators (CoFR) consulted the public on whether New Zealanders should have the right to access a basic transaction account if they want one.

Bendigo Bank tech outage leaves top clients out of pocket

Last December it was revealed that four people were arrested after suspicious activity at one of Bendigo’s branches.

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