RG 274
Product design and distribution obligations
Issued 10 September 2024. This guide is for issuers and distributors of financial products that must comply with the design and distribution obligations in Pt 7.
In plain English
RG 274 explains the design and distribution obligations for financial products, as required by Part 7 of the Corporations Act.
RG 274 applies to issuers and distributors of financial products. It details obligations around product design, target market determination, and ongoing monitoring. The guide was issued on 10 September 2024 and helps businesses meet their legal responsibilities.
Why it matters
Financial product businesses must now carefully consider who their products are suitable for. This guide helps ensure products are designed and distributed responsibly, protecting consumers and reducing compliance risk.
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Issuing regulator
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