Regulatory Alerts2026-02-25
ASIC Misconduct Reports Highlight Spike in Corporate Governance Issues
The Australian Securities and Investments Commission released data showing a 28% increase in reports of misconduct between July and December 2025, driven largely by corporate governance concerns. Corporate governance matters accounted for 40% of the 13,036 issues raised, with Deputy Chair Sarah Court emphasizing that tackling governance and directors’ duties failures remains a top enforcement priority. The regulator also highlighted $349.8 million in civil penalties and ongoing remediation efforts while encouraging the public to continue submitting tips to aid investigations.
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