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ASIC roundup: Focus areas for next financial year, plus more

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The Australian Securities and Investments Commission’s latest actions and news, May 18-28, 2026.

The focus areas for financial reporting, audit, and sustainability reporting activities for the 2026-27 financial year have now been announced by Australia’s securities regulator. ASIC has also said the priorities include updates to its surveillance programs.

Regulation

Financial reporting focus areas will include revenue recognition, assessment of asset impairment,

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