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FMA slaps crowd-funding platform with $7500 infringement fee

The company is yet to file financial statements, which were due last year.

Can Jasper become a 'Sharesies' for property investors?

The Auckland firm wants to be the Sharesies of property investing.

FMA survey highlights rising popularity of online trading platforms

The FMA says investor confidence is running high, as is interest in online platforms.

High Court considers penalty for derivatives trader's breaches

The FMA said the firm failed in its legal obligations over nearly $50m in transactions.

Influencers warned not to give financial advice

Regulator concerned some may be straying into regulated financial advice.

High Court strikes out part of $278m claims against PwC

Judge says the claims can be regarded as 'frivolous, vexatious or an abuse of process'.

Judge rules against third CBL accused's continued anonymity

Businessman fears he would die from a stroke if his name was published in SFO case.

New stock exchange for SMEs to be launched

Catalist will target companies that are valued between $6m and $60m.

Financial adviser warned by regulator over KiwiSaver advice

Adviser told clients to move their KiwiSaver to low risk funds amidst Covid uncertainty.

Derivatives firm director a 'gun for hire', says FMA

Pegasus Markets was earlier fined $200,000 for the breaches.

ANZ credit card insurance breaches go back decades - court told

"It took time to chase rabbits down holes and identify what had gone wrong."

Regulator gives market manipulation warning amid rise in investor activism

FMA CEO Rob Everett says the rise in investor activism looks here to stay.

Broking firm fined $200,000 for 'blatant' breaches

NZ's financial watchdog started to crack down on misuse of the FSPR in 2017.

Smoke and mirrors: The story of a thieving 'trader' with many names

Rod Richard Makatea, Rodney Crichton and Rodney McCall are all the same man.

Home detention for stock trader still yet to pay back fraud victims

"I'm dealing with someone who is inherently dishonest," judge says.

Former Viaduct Capital director fails in costs bid after fraud convictions quashed

Richard Blackwood wanted more than $75,000 after having his convictions overturned.