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Regulator Performance Overview
450
75
15
9
6
1
Insurance coverage protecting client deposits and funds
Requirement for client funds to be held separately from company funds
High
Tier 2
Derivatives Issuer Licence
NZD 50000-100000
Detailed assessment of regulatory capabilities and effectiveness
Detailed breakdown of the 6 key regulatory performance indicators
Value and prestige of licenses issued by this regulator
This regulator shows good performance with an overall score of 75.
Strongest performance in License Value
Transparency Level: high
Global Tier: tier2
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The Financial Markets Authority (FMA), also known as Te Mana Tātai Hokohoko in Māori, is the primary regulator of financial markets in New Zealand.It was established in 2011 as an Independent Crown Entity.The FMA is not responsible for the performance of financial markets.Its purpose is to facilitate fair, efficient, and transparent financial markets that promote confidence in investors, businesses, and consumers.
The FMA operates with a dual mandate:
Protection against negative account balances in trading
Access to qualified investment professionals and advisory services
Government-regulated
USA - North Korea - Iran - other sanctioned countries
New Zealand
New Zealand - Asia-Pacific - some global clients
USA - North Korea - Iran - other sanctioned countries
Retail Agency (STP); Market Maker (Principal); Provide Liquidity (PoP)
Online portal available
FSCL
1:500
6 instruments
Contact regulator for details
International Organization of Securities Commissions
Member of the global body that brings together the world's securities regulators
Access to international regulatory standards, cooperation frameworks, and best practices
Financial Action Task Force
Member of the inter-governmental body that sets standards for combating money laundering
Commitment to international standards for anti-money laundering and counter-terrorism financing
Effectiveness of regulatory framework and enforcement
Institutional strength and organizational capability
Risk assessment and management protocols
Investor protection measures and safeguards
Client fund protection and insurance coverage
Forex, Fund, Options, Derivatives, Binary option, CFD
Brokers authorized and regulated by this authority
United Kingdom
Hong Kong
Bahamas+4 more licenses
AustraliaUnited Kingdom
Japan+6 more licensesUnited Kingdom
New Zealand
Canada+1 more licensesUnited KingdomAustraliaNew Zealand+2 more licensesAustraliaNew Zealand
United Arab Emirates+4 more licensesAustraliaUnited KingdomNew Zealand+2 more licenses
CyprusUnited Arab EmiratesJapan+8 more licensesAustraliaUnited Kingdom
Seychelles+5 more licensesAustraliaNew Zealand
Saint Vincent and the GrenadinesHong KongAustraliaNew Zealand+2 more licenses
United States
PhilippinesAustraliaNew ZealandUnited Arab Emirates
