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AFCA consults on rule changes under upcoming scam framework

MATTHEW WAI  |  TUESDAY, 1 SEP 2026
The Australian Financial Complaints Authority (AFCA) is seeking feedback on proposed changes to consider scam-related complaints under the Scam Prevention Framework (SPF) that will come into effect early next year. The government passed the Scams Prevention ...

Sequoia revokes dividends, chief financial officer exits

RIDDHIMA TALWANI  |  MONDAY, 31 AUG 2026
... chief executive Alex Fabbri said: "Sequoia faced significant challenges during FY26 and continues to manage legal and regulatory matters relating to its wholly owned InterPrac Financial Planning subsidiary." Sequoia has been trying to wash its hands ...

MUFG to acquire GROW Inc

ELIZA BAVIN  |  FRIDAY, 28 AUG 2026
... acquire GROW Technology Services (GROW Inc). The acquisition is subject to conditions, including obtaining all required regulatory, shareholder and court approvals. MUFG said the proposed acquisition aligns with its long-term vision to offer best-in-class ...

ASIC, APRA urge finance sector to demonstrate AI threat response

VINNY VUCAGO  |  FRIDAY, 28 AUG 2026
... industry wide threat intelligence increasingly important. ASIC and APRA said preparedness would remain a heightened regulatory focus as entities move from understanding frontier AI risks to demonstrating practical resilience.

Super trustee business dents Equity Trustees' FY26 results

MATTHEW WAI  |  THURSDAY, 27 AUG 2026
... result also included $5.4 million of legal and advisory costs associated with the strategic review process, responses to regulatory notices, enhancement of investment governance arrangements and compliance with licence conditions," Equity Trustees said. ...

Macquarie board rejects KPMG as auditor

RIDDHIMA TALWANI  |  THURSDAY, 27 AUG 2026
Macquarie's board has rejected KPMG as its auditor starting 2027 and will instead proceed with incumbent auditor PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC). This comes after Macquarie chair Glenn Stevens was grilled at the August 14 parliamentary hearing over the ...

AFCA moves to reinstate APT Strategy, opens doors for victims

KARREN VERGARA  |  THURSDAY, 27 AUG 2026
... providing information and practical resources on how to navigate the complaints process, as well as stay on top of regulatory developments, court proceedings and government reforms. Kee said she worked closely with Callun Blurton from FD Legal throughout ...

FSC raises the bar for PC managers with fresh standards

MATTHEW WAI  |  WEDNESDAY, 26 AUG 2026
The Financial Services Council (FSC) has released a new standard and guidance note for members on private markets, with a special focus allocated for private credit managers. Both the FSC Standard No. 30: Private Markets Best Practice Principles (mandatory) ...

FAAA welcomes 'widow's tax' changes in CGT, negative gearing reforms

KARREN VERGARA  |  TUESDAY, 25 AUG 2026
The Financial Advice Association Australia (FAAA) says it welcomes the legislative changes aimed at addressing the so-called "widow's tax," noting the amendments will protect grieving families and individuals navigating relationship breakdowns from ...

Second bidder emerges for Equity Trustees

MATTHEW WAI  |  MONDAY, 24 AUG 2026
... execution of a mutually agreed scheme implementation deed. The transaction will require approvals from shareholders, regulatory authorities and other customary conditions. However, unlike TPG Global, BGH Capital has not requested exclusivity arrangements ...