RG 79
Research report providers: Improving the quality of investment research
Issued 10 December 2012This guide is for Australian financial services licensees who are research report providers. It is directed towards providers of research on investment products—known variously as research analysts, securities analysts or research houses—and the research reports they provide.
In plain English
This guide helps research report providers deliver quality investment research to Australian financial services licensees.
RG 79 applies to Australian financial services licensees who provide research reports on investment products. It covers the responsibilities of research analysts and research houses. The guide aims to improve the quality of investment research. It was issued on 10 December 2012.
Why it matters
If your business provides investment research, this guide ensures your reports are accurate and unbiased. This helps maintain trust with clients and avoids potential regulatory issues.
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