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ASIC takes aim at super, private markets

ELIZA BAVIN | MONDAY, 15 SEP 2025

... funds is actually broadly equal now to the market capitalisation of the ASX itself." Constant referred to the discussion paper ASIC released in February, saying the regulator had received around 100 submissions. "A key message we heard is that public ...

ASIC flags firm grip on private and public markets, super funds

KARREN VERGARA | WEDNESDAY, 27 AUG 2025

... just for tomorrow but for the next five to 10 years," ASIC wrote. In February, ASIC laid out its concerns in discussion paper, Australia's evolving capital markets, the dynamics between public and private markets, putting forth a host of reasons ...

ASIC warns of 'sharp rise' in financial misconduct

MATTHEW WAI | THURSDAY, 21 AUG 2025

... Simultaneously, ASIC has released its six-monthly Enforcement and Regulatory update which highlighted ASIC's first discussion paper on the dynamics between public and private markets and a range of ongoing issues the corporate watchdog has dealt with ...

ASIC says Cboe listing will 'foster competition'

ELIZA BAVIN | THURSDAY, 7 AUG 2025

... innovative and attractive, supporting economic growth for all Australians." This comes after ASIC released a discussion paper in February which explored the changing dynamics in capital markets in Australia and globally, including declining listings ...

Special feature: Shaping private markets

ELIZABETH FRY | TUESDAY, 29 JUL 2025

... regulator found only three met its expectations for sound valuation practices. ASIC recently followed with a discussion paper raising red flags around valuation practices, liquidity and transparency-especially during market volatility. The subtext is ...

SMSFs' risk appetite to change under Division 296: Wilson

MATTHEW WAI | MONDAY, 30 JUN 2025

... tax will likely see an exodus of SMSF capital from emerging companies as they look to avoid growth companies, a discussion paper says. Following its initial discussion paper and petition on Division 296, Wilson Asset Management (WAM) has released a second ...

Uncertainty propels investors towards active managers

MATTHEW WAI | WEDNESDAY, 25 JUN 2025

... of private markets compared to its peers around the world. ASIC has previously addressed the issue through its discussion paper published in February, highlighting the dynamics between public and private markets, as the industry suggested increased scrutiny ...

Aussies feeling FOMO on private markets: Survey

MATTHEW WAI | THURSDAY, 12 JUN 2025

... funds," Watson said. It comes as the industry urged ASIC to ramp up scrutiny on private markets following its discussion paper on the dynamics between public and private markets, particularly on the private credit sector " due to its opacity rapid growth ...

Super funds' private market assets grow to $400bn

KARREN VERGARA | WEDNESDAY, 11 JUN 2025

... allocation from 2.2% to 1.5% over the two-year period. In a submission to ASIC's recent public and private markets discussion paper, Super Members Council (SMC) said superannuation investments in the private sector can drive long-term financial system ...

State Street's plan for power, product, partnerships

ANDREW MCKEAN | TUESDAY, 10 JUN 2025

... investments in the US. While public-private partnerships are not currently active locally, Anderson welcomed ASIC's discussion paper on private markets, which he said explores " the right balance " of complexity, liquidity, and transparency for retail ...

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Australian Unity to shed 195 roles

MATTHEW WAI

Australian Unity is reducing its workforce by 195 positions due to underperformance stemming from delays in government support for its Home Health platform and the integration of several businesses.

Count shutters limited-advice business, slips in size ranking

MATTHEW WAI

Count Financial has reportedly wound up its restricted SMSF/limited-advice service, losing some 26 advisers on the Financial Adviser Register, latest data shows.

First Super recruits head of investments from Prime Super

MATTHEW WAI

First Super has appointed a new head of investments, replacing Chris Artis, who was in the position for the past three months on an interim basis.

BMO eyes Euroz Hartleys' capital markets business

KARREN VERGARA

Euroz Hartleys confirmed it is in discussions with Canada's BMO Financial Group for a potential sale of its capital markets business for $145 million.

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