ASIC News & Regulatory Updates

ASIC Consultation: Remaking Exchange-Traded Warrant Relief Instruments

ASIC is seeking feedback on its proposal to remake two legislative instruments related to exchange-traded warrants, which are due to sunset in 2026. Minor amendments are proposed to improve clarity and align with current legislation. Feedback is due by 24 March 2026.

ASIC Extends Short Selling Relief for Precious Metal ETP Market Makers

ASIC has extended conditional short selling relief for appointed market makers in precious metal-backed exchange-traded products. This amendment, effective February 3, 2026, aims to support market liquidity and reduce settlement failure risk for specified structured products.

ASIC Consults on Bolstering Transparency for Listed Entities

ASIC is consulting on proposals to enhance corporate transparency for entities listed on Australian financial markets. The reforms, stemming from the Treasury Laws Amendment Act 2025, aim to increase investor visibility of ownership and control, including through equity derivatives. Feedback is due by April 21, 2026.

ASIC Withdraws and Updates Regulatory Guides

The Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC) has withdrawn Regulatory Guide 64 (Failure to lodge documents) and Regulatory Guide 40 (Good transaction fee disclosure). ASIC also made minor updates to Regulatory Guide 104 (AFS licensing: Meeting the general obligations) and Regulatory Guide 205 (Credit licensing: General conduct obligations) to improve clarity and accuracy.

ASIC Eases PDS Rules for Strata Insurance Providers

ASIC has introduced new relief measures for residential strata insurance providers. Under the changes, only the lead insurer will be required to prepare a Product Disclosure Statement (PDS), with a supplementary PDS listing other participating insurers.

ASIC Refreshes Moneysmart Website for Young Australians

ASIC has refreshed its Moneysmart website to improve accessibility and relevance for young Australians seeking financial guidance. The update includes a new design, updated content, and fresh imagery to provide trusted, independent financial information.