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Government consults on reforms to merger rules

CASSANDRA BALDINI | MONDAY, 20 NOV 2023

... mergers that don't deliver benefits to consumers, workers and the wider economy." Additionally, the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) has also raised concerns about Australia's merger regime. According to the consultation ...

Fears grow around greenwashing litigation protections

ROSE MARY PETRASS | WEDNESDAY, 8 NOV 2023

... that all efforts are made to eliminate attempts of wrongdoing," Motto said. It appears that ASIC and the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) would be only parties able to bring an action under certain provisions of the Corporations ...

ANZ breached disclosure laws in 2015 raise: Court

CHLOE WALKER | MONDAY, 16 OCT 2023

... shortfall when raising $2.5 billion from institutional investors. The finding follows the failure of the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission's criminal case against ANZ and its underwriters last year. Federal Court Justice Moshinsky said that ...

ACCC slams door on ANZ, Suncorp deal

CASSANDRA BALDINI | FRIDAY, 4 AUG 2023

... scheduled for release on Monday, pending confidentiality checks with the concerned parties. According to Australian competition law, if the ACCC decides not to grant authorisation, the decision can be reviewed by the independent Australian Competition ...

ACCC publishes draft guidance on greenwashing

RACHEL ALEMBAKIS | FRIDAY, 14 JUL 2023

The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) has outlined eight principles designed to combat greenwashing by businesses and protect consumers. The ACCC has published a draft guidance to address "concerning conduct" arising from a recent ...

ANZ reaches agreement with QLD government over Suncorp

CASSANDRA BALDINI | FRIDAY, 16 JUN 2023

... the agreement marks the next step in ANZ's plan to acquire Suncorp Bank despite concerns raised by the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC). Under the implementation agreement, ANZ will establish a new major tech hub in Brisbane for ...

Farewell Michael Harrison

JAMIE WILLIAMSON | MONDAY, 22 MAY 2023

... career. He established Australia's first private bank, consulted to the likes of AMP, Citibank and the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission, sat on the board of the Australian Formula One Grand Prix, and even served three terms as the Deputy ...

Funding boosts ASIC greenwashing remit

KARREN VERGARA | TUESDAY, 9 MAY 2023

... scams and online fraud. The majority ($58m) will help establish the National Anti-Scam Centre within the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission to improve scam data sharing across governmen

ACCC blitzes social media influencers

ANDREW MCKEAN | MONDAY, 30 JAN 2023

The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) has targeted social media influencers who use misleading testimonials and endorsements. The ACCC said it's "sweeping" more than 100 social media influencers from over 150 consumer tip-offs for ...

ACCC approves Dye & Durham, Link deal

JAMIE WILLIAMSON | FRIDAY, 9 SEP 2022

The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission will not oppose Dye & Durham's acquisition of Link Group, provided Dye & Durham divests its existing Australian businesses. Dye & Durham offers information broking services, conveyancing and legal practice ...

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BT appoints new head of strategy

KARREN VERGARA

A former Allianz Retire+ executive has joined BT as the new head of strategy.

ASX sees trade volumes soar in May

MATTHEW WAI

ASX saw a substantial growth in trade volumes last month, despite continued lackluster movement in IPOs.

Otivo launches AI-powered financial advice

MATTHEW WAI

Otivo has launched a mobile app for Australians to access licensed advice powered by AI.

Munro expands access to climate focused fund

VINNY VUCAGO

The Munro Global Growth Climate Leaders PIE Fund has been opened to retail investors in New Zealand.

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