Unravelled: Design and distribution obligations - products caught (or excluded)

from Allens Banking & Finance publications http://www.allens.com.au/pubs/fsr/1904-unravelled-02.htm

Unravelled: AFCA: The first six months - and the year ahead

The Australian Financial Complaints Authority (AFCA), the new 'one-stop-shop' for resolving financial complaints, has had a very busy first six months of operation.

from Allens Banking & Finance publications http://www.allens.com.au/pubs/fsr/1904-unravelled-03.htm

Unravelled: Considering Robo-advice

The Australian Financial Complaints Authority (AFCA), the new 'one-stop-shop' for resolving financial complaints, has had a very busy first six months of operation.

from Allens Banking & Finance publications http://www.allens.com.au/pubs/fsr/1904-unravelled-04.htm

Client Update: ACCC releases draft Consumer Data Right Rules for consultation

In preparation for the implementation of the first phase of the Consumer Data Right on 1 July 2019, the ACCC has released draft CDR Rules for consultation. The draft rules detail how the CDR will function across all designated sectors in practice, including how data is to be shared, the criteria for accreditation, dispute resolution requirements and privacy safeguards. They also contain rules that are specific to the banking sector. This article provides an overview of the draft rules, the key changes made since the release of the Rules Framework in October 2018 and the Rules Outline in December 2018 and the key issues left open for further consideration.

from Allens Banking & Finance publications http://www.allens.com.au/pubs/priv/cupriv15apr19.htm

Allens insights: Australia - Fund Finance 2019, 3rd Edition

Fund financing activities in Australia remained strong in 2017, with particular focus on infrastructure, private equity funds and private debt funds, all of which took advantage of the additional liquidity and funding flexibility in this market.

from Allens Banking & Finance publications http://www.allens.com.au/med/insights/insightsmarXIX.htm

Focus: ASIC's change of tone in action

ASIC's 'why not litigate?' approach to enforcement activities and its change in tone confirm the new era of regulatory engagement has arrived. Partner Kim Reid, Senior Associate Natalie Oliver and Lawyer Micaela Bassford report

from Allens Banking & Finance publications http://www.allens.com.au/pubs/fsr/cufsr15mar19.htm

Client Update: ACCC 2019 Enforcement Priorities

A number of industries and issues are in the spotlight following release of the ACCC's 2019 Enforcement and Compliance Priorities by Chairman Rod Sims on 26 February.

from Allens Banking & Finance publications http://www.allens.com.au/pubs/comp/cucomp28feb19.htm