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South Africa to copy Australia’s regulation model

South Africa is undertaking one of its most significant regulatory reforms of the financial sector, and has proposed implementing Australia’s model.

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Fraud case sparks mortgage debate

A mainstream media figure has argued that banks and brokers must restore clarity on repayment responsibilities in light of a recent third-party scandal.

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ASIC sheds light on vertical integration probe

The corporate regulator has released details of its surveillance of vertically-integrated wealth managers, revealing it is on the lookout for mis-selling and advice failures.

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Regulator could favour banks over intermediaries

Industry veteran Kym Dalton has raised concerns that APRA may have a hidden agenda that is unfavourable towards brokers as the regulator looks to tighten controls on investor lending.

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AFS licensee feels wrath of regulator

ASIC has found flaws at a business it decided to investigate after the firm hired ex-representatives of a failed financial planner.

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New investment data highlight APRA’s ‘prudential concern’

Eight third-party banks are set to come under regulatory scrutiny for the speed at which they’ve grown their residential investment loan book.

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National mortgage group lays down law to regulator

Mortgage Choice has warned APRA that action against investor lending could damage Australia’s fragile economy.

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Mutuals pressure APRA to implement capital reforms

Australia’s customer-owned banks have urged the prudential regulator to implement bank capital reforms “without delay”.

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Regulators announce mortgage market probe

APRA and ASIC have announced a widespread investigation into interest-only loans, high LVRs and investor loans in the Australian mortgage market.

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Industry heavyweights unite to combat online fraud

Senior executives from Australian and international financial institutions have met with law enforcement officials and anti-fraud experts to discuss new threats to financial services.

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