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Financial Markets Authority NZ

52 episodes

A quick look at the latest in financial regulation and research in New Zealand, with experts from the Financial Markets Authority – Te Mana Tātai Hokohoko.

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  1. Who owns your investments? | Jess Learns to Invest

    · 34 min · S2 E4

    Who actually owns your investments? In this episode Jess is joined by FMA Head of Financial Advice Romil Ghelani and Director of Reporting, Markets and Investments John Horner to unpack investment ownership, custody…

  2. KiwiSaver Annual Report 2026 | Occasional Conversations Series

    · 30 min

    KiwiSaver is one of the biggest investments many New Zealanders will ever have, but how often do we stop to check whether it’s working for us? In this episode of Occasional Conversation, FMA’s Paul Patton is joined by…

  3. Experiences of tangata whenua with insurances | Occasional Conversation Series

    · 16 min

    In this episode, Hannah Chapman (Ngāti Tūwharetoa) references a story that has been shared with permission by Professor Rebecca Bednarek (Te Herenga Waka—Victoria University of Wellington). The Matangirua team…

  4. #22 Financial Conduct Report 2026/27

    · 8:11 · S2 E22

    Join FMA Chief Executive Samantha Barrass as she shares an overview of the Financial Conduct Report (FCR) and what it means for the year ahead. The Financial Conduct Report sets out the FMA’s regulatory priorities for…

  5. #21 Insurance Incentives Report

    · 5:09 · S2 E21

    Join Michael Hewes, Director of Deposit Taking, Insurance and Advice, as he discusses the risks incentives can pose to fair consumer outcomes. • Why non‑monetary benefits and sales campaigns can create conflicts of…

  6. KiwiSaver in uncertain times | Jess Learns to Invest

    · 31 min · S2 E3

    Feeling unsure about your KiwiSaver right now? You’re not alone. With rising costs and market ups and downs, many New Zealanders are asking whether they should be making changes to their KiwiSaver. In this episode of…

  7. #20 Sustainability related disclosure guidance

    · 7:22 · S1 E20

    We’ve released updated guidance to help issuers clearly and accurately disclose sustainability‑related characteristics of financial products. As products are increasingly marketed as ethical, sustainable, ESG or…

  8. Finfluencers | Occasional Conversations Series

    · 16 min · S1 E3

    Kiwis are increasingly turning to social media for money advice from finfluencers and online forums to podcasts. Some of this content can be genuinely informative, but other posts can be misleading, heavily…

  9. #19 Access to Financial Advice

    · 6:00 · S2 E19

    Financial advice can make a real difference to people’s financial wellbeing but not everyone in New Zealand is able to access it. In this episode of 5 mins with the FMA, we talk with Romil Ghelani, Head of Financial…

  10. How do you build a diverse investing portfolio with Tom Hartmann | Jess Learns to Invest

    · 51 min · S2 E2

    In this episode of Jess Learns to Invest, Jess sits down with Tom Hartmann, Personal Finance Lead at Sorted, to unpack one of the most important concepts in investing: portfolio diversification. Together, they break…

  11. Psychology of Investing with Dr Puspha Wood | Jess Learns to Invest

    · 49 min · S2 E1

    Jess Learns to Invest is back for Season 2! In Episode 1, Jess is joined by Dr Pushpa Wood, Director at Massey University, to unpack investment psychology and explore how emotions and biases influence the way we make…

  12. Jess Wraps It Up: A Beginner’s Guide to Investing

    · 1 h 13 min · S1 E11

    Jess Learns to Invest season 1 offers a comprehensive introduction to investing, emphasising the importance of starting small, being consistent, and learning progressively. The series covers fundamental concepts such…

  13. #18 Audit Quality Monitoring Report

    · 5:04 · Episode 18

    Join FMA Head of Audit, Financial Reporting and Climate Related Disclosures, Jacco Moison, as we unpack the latest Audit Quality Monitoring Report. ✔ Why audit quality matters ✔ Key findings from this year’s review ✔…

  14. Crypto Explained with Peter Griffin | Jess Learns to Invest

    · 53 min · S1 E10

    Join Jess from the FMA External Communications team for a deep dive into the world of cryptocurrencies! In this episode of Jess Learns to Invest, tech journalist Peter Griffin shares his insights on what crypto is, how…

  15. Inside the FMA - Operational Resilience

    · 13 min

    As part of their CoFI licence obligations, financial institutions have a legal obligation to comply with a set of standard conditions. Two of these – Standard Condition 4 and Standard Condition 5 – are critical to…

  16. #17 Regulatory Returns

    · 5:33

    All licensed Financial Advice Providers must submit an annual regulatory return as part of licensing conditions. With seven more calendar days to go have your submitted your return? The submission period closes on 30…

  17. #16 Complaints

    · 4:55

    In this episode of 5 Minutes with the FMA, host Heidi Norman is joined by Executive Director Licensing and Conduct Supervision, Clare Bolingford to discuss why complaints are a focus for the FMA the We want financial…

  18. How to Spot and Stop Investment Scams in NZ | Jess Learns to Invest

    · 42 min · S1 E9

    In this powerful episode, Jess from the FMA’s external communications team sits down with Samantha McGuire, Manager of Regulatory Services, to unpack the growing threat of investment scams in Aotearoa. From slick fake…

  19. Ethical Investing with Victoria Harris | Jess Learns to Invest

    · 57 min · S1 E8

    In this episode, Jess sits down with Victoria Harris from The Curve to explore the world of ethical investing. What does it mean to invest ethically? Can you still get good returns? And how do you know if your…

  20. All about Shares with Natalie Ferguson | Jess Learns to Invest

    · 43 min · S1 E7

    Join Jess, a 28-year-old newbie in the world of investing, as she navigates the ups and downs of becoming an investor. Just like you, she's learning the ropes. Each month, Jess teams up with a different expert who…

  21. Inside the FMA - Fair Dealing Cases

    · 9:19 · S1 E1

    In the first episode of our new podcast series Inside the FMA, we discuss the Financial Markets Authority’s efforts to ensure fair dealing in New Zealand’s financial services sector. Since the Conduct and Culture…

  22. Bonds with Kim Martin from The Treasury | Jess Learns to Invest Episode

    · 28 min · S1 E6

    Join Jess, a 28-year-old newbie in the world of investing, as she navigates the ups and downs of becoming an investor. Just like you, she's learning the ropes. Each month, Jess teams up with a different expert who…

  23. #15 Scams

    · 7:13

    In this episode of 5 Minutes with the FMA, host Chris Daniels is joined by Regulatory Services Advisor Elizabeth Asmerom Esfahan to unpack the latest trends in investment scams targeting New Zealanders. Elizabeth sheds…

  24. #14 Financial Conduct Report

    · 6:44 · Episode 14

    We’ve released our 2025 Financial Conduct Report. This report outlines the key risks and opportunities the FMA will focus on over the next 12 months. It reflects our outcomes-focused approach and provides clarity for…

  25. Property Investing with Vanessa Williams | Jess Learns to Invest

    · 58 min · S1 E5

    Are you ready to take your first step into property investing? In this episode Jess talks to Vanessa Williams from Realestate.co.nz, diving deep into the do's and don'ts of real estate and property investing. Vanessa…

  26. Good Cents | Occasional Conversations Series

    · 8:18

    New research published by the FMA's economics team this week shows that while many New Zealanders feel confident in their financial decisions, there are significant gaps between their financial goals and actual…

  27. #13 Consumer Confidence Survey

    · 5:14

  28. Market Volatility and Your Investments with Brad Olsen | Jess Learns to Invest

    · 46 min · S1 E4

    Market volatility is about how much and how quickly prices in the market change. When prices move a lot, there's a chance to make money, but there's also more risk. Remember, market volatility is normal. In this…

  29. #12 Access to Financial Advice Review

    · 9:29

    In this edition of 5 mins with the FMA Head of Financial Advice Romil Ghelani speaks to Heidi Norman about the Financial Advice Review. Regulatory Returns data signals a healthy financial sector. This is the first time…

  30. Understanding Managed Funds with Tom Hartmann | Jess Learns to Invest

    · 55 min · S1 E3

    A managed fund is a type of investment where your money is pooled together into a larger investment fund with other investors. A fund manager with expertise in investing then manages that money and decides what assets…

  31. #11 Outcomes Focused Regulation

    · 6:42

    In this special episode of our 5 mins with the FMA podcast, we take a look at outcomes- focused regulation with Liam Mason, FMA Executive Director of Evaluation and Oversight and General Counsel. Today we’re releasing…

  32. Women who Invest with Frances Cook | Jess Learns to Invest

    · 48 min · S1 E2

    As we approach International Women’s Day, we’re thrilled to bring you the second episode of our Jess Learns to Invest podcast series. In this episode, Jess sits down with financial Journalist and educator Frances Cook…

  33. Investing 101 with Simran Kaur | Jess Learns to Invest

    · 47 min · S1 E1

    Are you ready to kickstart your investing journey in 2025? Dive into our new podcast series. Join Jess, a 27-year-old newbie in the world of investing, as she navigates the ups and downs of becoming an investor. Just…

  34. Navigating KiwiSaver Episode 4: KiwiSaver Fees

    · 9:53 · S1 E4

    Jess and Stuart are back for episode 4 of our Navigating KiwiSaver series. Last week they discussed contributions, this week Stuart explains KiwiSaver fees, he also touches on active and passive investments. The fee is…

  35. Navigating KiwiSaver Episode 3: KiwiSaver Contributions

    · 10 min · S1 E3

    Did you know there are five contribution rates when it comes to your KiwiSaver — 3%, 4%, 6%, 8% or 10? Along with your personal contributions, your employer contributes to your KiwiSaver as well as the Government.…

  36. Navigating KiwiSaver Episode 2: KiwiSaver Funds

    · 13 min · S1 E2

    In this episode, Jess asks Stuart to break down the different types of KiwiSaver funds. Funds are grouped by how much of the riskier investments they hold, like shares and property (also known as "growth assets").…

  37. Navigating KiwiSaver Episode 1: KiwiSaver 101

    · 7:45 · S1 E1

    Want to learn more about KiwiSaver? This is episode 1 of our new navigating KiwiSaver series. This first episode is a KiwiSaver 101, you will learn what KiwiSaver is and how it works. Jess asks Chief Economist Stuart…

  38. Occasional Conversations Series: Episode 4 Market Cleanliness

    · 8:00

  39. Occasional Conversation Series: Episode 3 Commercial Real Estate and the KiwiSaver Industry

    · 9:52 · S1 E3

    The FMA has just published its latest piece of research from the economics team, looking at Commercial Real Estate and the Managed Funds Industry. We’re joined by FMA chief economist Stuart Johnson to tell us more.

  40. KiwiSaver Annual Report 2024

    · 13 min

    KiwiSaver has just reached a huge milestone! According to our latest KiwiSaver Annual Report, the KiwiSaver funds under management have soared to $111.8 billion as of March 31, 2024, marking a 19.3% jump from last…

  41. Occasional Conversation Series: Episode 1 Fairness in Financial Services

    · 9:25 · Episode 1

    In the first episode of our new podcast series ‘Occasional Conversations,’ Chief Economist, Stuart Johnson and Senior Adviser, Sophia Scragg discuss a new piece of research around fairness in financial services.…

  42. Occasional Conversation Series: Episode 2 AI in Financial Services

    · 8:47

    In the second episode of our new podcast series ‘Occasional Conversations,’ Chief Economist, Stuart Johnson discusses a new piece of research around AI in financial services. To download the research paper in full head…

  43. #10 What is outcomes focused regulation?

    · 5:25 · Episode 10

    In this special episode of our 5 mins with the FMA podcast, we take a look at outcomes- focused regulation with Liam Mason, FMA Executive Director of Evaluation and Oversight and General Counsel. The FMA is moving…

  44. #9 Ethical Investing – World Investor Week special

    · 6:45 · Episode 9

    In this episode, to mark World Investor Week, we take a look at ethical investing, with Paul Gregory, Executive Director, Response & Enforcement at the FMA. We talk with Paul about the challenges facing investors…

  45. #8 KiwiSaver Annual Report 2023

    · 5:24 · Episode 8

    In this episode, we look at the latest KiwiSaver Annual Report, with John Horner, Director of Markets, Investors and Reporting at the FMA. The FMA’s latest KiwiSaver Annual Report shows that KiwiSaver has held firm…

  46. #7 Phony investment scams and how to protect yourself

    · 6:14 · Episode 7

    Today we’re looking at scams – particularly those investment scams that have led to Kiwis losing a lot of money – we’re talking retirement savings, house deposits and hard-earned savings being stolen by overseas…

  47. #6 Financial Advice Providers

    · 4:10 · Episode 6

    Today we discuss the licensing of Financial Advice Providers (FAPs) with the FMA’s Michael Hewes. From March 17, 2023 all financial advice providers (FAPs) must hold or operate under a full licence from the FMA if…

  48. #5 Climate-related disclosures

    · 5:12 · Episode 5

    Today we discuss New Zealand’s new climate-related disclosures regime with the FMA’s Jenika Phipps. Organisations covered (known as Climate Reporting Entities or CREs) will soon have to make annual disclosures…

  49. #4 Wholesale property investments report

    · 13 min · Episode 4

    FMA Director of Capital Markets Paul Gregory discusses the FMA’s recently-published review of the wholesale property investment sector, which led to the FMA issuing formal warnings to several entities. He explains why…

  50. #3 KiwiSaver Annual Report 2022

    · 5:42 · Episode 3 · Explicit

    FMA Director of Investment Management Paul Gregory talks about the FMA’s latest KiwiSaver Annual Report, for the 2021-22 financial year. The report includes figures and trends found in KiwiSaver providers’ consolidated…

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