Daily news update: FMA investigate advice regarding KiwiSaver , and more stories
May 29, 2020
The FMA is looking into an adviser that recommended clients move savings into more conservative accounts during Level 4 lockdown. The FMA has stated that this advice could cause great damage to clients. Clients that accepted the advice provided in a mass email would have locked in the losses caused by the market volatility. As a result of the adviser’s actions, the FMA has reminded the public that they should consider all options before making any changes.
"The AFA sent a bulk email in March 2020 to clients urgently recommending they move their savings in KiwiSaver and other funds to less risky options.
The FMA was alerted to the communication after receiving a complaint from one of the adviser’s clients.
FMA head of supervision James Greig said the advice was inappropriate and had the potential for significant harm.
"The FMA has a low tolerance for poor conduct that poses risk to customers as a result of the Covid-19 crisis, especially because New Zealanders are looking for financial guidance at this time.” Click here to read more
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