Australia

Capital / Liquidity

Australia Proposes Three-Tier Prudential Framework for Banks

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 05/12/2025

The plan creates a new top tier for the largest banks and introduces transition periods to support competition and growth.

Canadian Exchange Considers Acquiring Cboe Australia as SGX Denies Making Bid

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 05/12/2025

The CSE is considering buying Cboe's Australian assets, aiming to expand its footprint after already having acquired the National Stock Exchange.

ESG / Sustainability

ASIC Updates Product Disclosure Statements Guidance

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 04/12/2025

ASIC has consolidated six guides and clarified rules on greenwashing and fund liquidity following industry consultation.

ESG / Sustainability

ASIC Finds Major Gaps in Company Whistleblower Practices

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 04/12/2025

ASIC’s survey of 134 Australian firms found nearly a quarter received no disclosures, with many lacking basic reporting channels and training.

Capital / Liquidity

APRA Finalises AT1 Phase-Out Plan, Toughens Bank Capital Rules

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 04/12/2025

APRA confirms removal of hybrid securities from the capital framework, increasing capital minimums for major banks and altering leverage ratio rules from 2027.

Sanctions

Australia Sanctions Russian 'Shadow Fleet' to Enforce G7+ Oil Price Cap

By Editors | 04/12/2025

Australia designated 45 vessels as part of a new sanctions package aimed at curbing Russia's ability to finance its war in Ukraine.

Market Infrastructure

Australia Regulators to Unveil Reform Roadmap Focused on Geopolitical, AI Risks

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 04/12/2025

The Council of Financial Regulators has outlined its priorities for 2026 and plans to release a roadmap this month with over 50 commitments to reduce regulatory burden.

ASIC Issues Final Warning as 2,300 Financial Advisers Risk Exit

By Editors | 03/12/2025

Regulator warns nearly 15% of industry has not met new education standards ahead of the 1 January 2026 deadline.

Fintech / Regtech

Australian Government Releases National Plan to Grow AI Industry

By Manesh Samtani | 03/12/2025

The government will rely on existing legal frameworks and a new safety institute to manage risks, focusing on economic growth.