INFO 264
FAQs: Design and distribution obligations for advice licensees and financial advisers
This is Information Sheet 264 (INFO 264). It is for Australian financial services (AFS) licensees who are advice licensees and for financial advisers.
In plain English
INFO 264 explains the Design and Distribution Obligations (DDO) for advice licensees and financial advisers.
INFO 264 is for Australian Financial Services (AFS) licensees who provide financial advice, and for the financial advisers they employ. It clarifies how the DDO applies when providing personal financial product advice. The guidance addresses target market determination, ongoing monitoring, and reporting obligations. It helps ensure financial products are suitable for consumers.
Why it matters
If you're an advice licensee or financial adviser, understand your DDO responsibilities. This guidance helps you meet your obligations and protect consumers, reducing potential compliance issues.
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Source: https://www.asic.gov.au/regulatory-resources/financial-services/giving-financial-product-advice/faqs-design-and-distribution-obligations-for-advice-licensees-and-financial-advisers/. Rules Mate indexes + summarises; always verify against the regulator's live publication.