Australia

Securities / Derivatives

NZ’s FMA Consults on Class Exemption for Debt Security Buybacks

By Thisanka Siripala | 18/06/2025

The exemption would allow listed issuers to bypass certain unsolicited offer requirements, provided alternative disclosure obligations are met.

Enforcement

ASIC Rejects Licence Application by Debt Management Firm

By Thisanka Siripala | 18/06/2025

ASIC rejected a credit licence application from Bakken Holding, citing ongoing court proceedings over alleged misconduct by the firm.

ESG / Sustainability

Australia Releases First National Sustainable Finance Taxonomy

By Thisanka Siripala | 17/06/2025

The taxonomy provides voluntary classification standards for green and transition investments across six high-emitting sectors.

Enforcement

ASIC Launches Inquiry into “Serious” Capability Failures at ASX

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 16/06/2025

ASIC will examine ASX’s governance capability and risk management frameworks following repeated and serious failures.

ESG / Sustainability

IFRS Publishes Jurisdictional Profiles on ISSB Standards Adoption

By Manesh Samtani | 13/06/2025

The profiles show jurisdictional progress in adopting the ISSB standards, highlighting APAC’s commitment and diverse approaches.