ASIC rubber stamps ASX listing rules

In a report titled Assessment of ASX Limited’s listing standards for equities, ASIC explained the importance of strong, fit-for-purpose listing requirements, given such listings are “critical to the integrity of the Australian equities market”. Read the full story at...

Investors upbeat about federal election

In a statement, CMC Markets said news about election policies and the shifting popularity of the two major parties is affecting investor sentiment nationwide, but added that overall sentiment is positive, despite a series of peaks and troughs. Read the full story at...

ASIC issues warning to accountants

In an statement released to the market yesterday, the corporate regulator issued a warning to accountants who provide advice on SMSFs are yet to apply for an Australian Financial Services Licence (AFSL). Read the full story at InvestorDaily.

RBA to hold in June, says HSBC

In an RBA Observer note on Friday, HSBC chief economist Paul Bloxham pointed to the “upside surprise” of last week’s first-quarter GDP figures, which grew by a stronger-than-expected 3.1 per cent year-on-year. Read the full story at InvestorDaily.