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As we move through 2025, ASIC is actively monitoring Australia’s dynamic financial environment to address emerging risks and ensure a safe and fair market for businesses and consumers. Here are some of the top issues ASIC is tackling this year:
📉 Market Trends & Private Investments
With private markets expanding, ASIC is increasing its focus on governance, asset valuation, and liquidity management. As more Australians invest indirectly through superannuation, transparency and oversight are more important than ever.
💰 Superannuation Challenges & Trustee Accountability
Over the next decade, $750B in super funds will shift to retirement accounts, increasing complexity for members. ASIC is reviewing trustee performance and will take enforcement action to protect retirees from poor service and mismanagement.
⚠️ Rising Financial Fraud & Scams
From cryptocurrency scams to fake celebrity endorsements, financial fraud is evolving fast. ASIC has already taken down 7,300+ scam websites and continues adding new threats to its Investor Alert List each week. Stay vigilant!
💸 Poor Super Advice & High-Risk Investments
ASIC is cracking down on misleading financial advice, high-risk property investments, and aggressive sales tactics targeting super funds. If it sounds too good to be true, it probably is!
🔐 Cybersecurity & Market Confidence
Cyber threats are a growing concern for businesses and investors. ASIC is actively reviewing cyber resilience across industries and holding companies accountable for weak security measures.
🏠 Insurance Claims & Disaster Recovery
Climate-related disasters are increasing, and many Australians face delays and inadequate payouts from insurers. ASIC will closely monitor claims handling to ensure fair treatment for affected households.
📊 Climate Disclosures & Greenwashing
With new climate-reporting rules in place, ASIC is keeping an eye on companies falsely marketing investments as “sustainable” or “ethical.” Transparency is key for responsible investing!
📉 Audit Quality & Market Integrity
ASIC is tightening oversight on auditor independence and conflicts of interest, ensuring audits accurately reflect financial realities and protect investor trust.
🏦 Bank & Lender Responsibility
With the cost of living rising, many Australians are struggling financially. ASIC is holding banks and lenders accountable for providing fair financial hardship support to those in need.
ASIC’s Commitment to a Stronger Financial Future
ASIC’s 2025 focus is clear: protecting investors, strengthening market integrity, and ensuring businesses play by the rules. Stay informed, stay cautious, and reach out if you have concerns.