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RG 97

Disclosing fees and costs in PDSs and periodic statements

RG 97 provides guidance on how fees and costs should be disclosed in Product Disclosure Statements (PDSs) and periodic statements. The information in RG 97 is relevant for issuers of most superannuation products and managed investment products, and operators of notified foreign passport fund products issued to retail c

In plain English

RG 97 explains how to clearly show fees and costs in product documents and statements.

RG 97 guides issuers of superannuation products, managed investment products, and foreign passport fund products. It details how to disclose fees and costs in Product Disclosure Statements (PDSs) and periodic statements. The guidance helps ensure consumers understand the costs involved. It was last updated in June 2021.

Why it matters

If you offer financial products, RG 97 helps you be transparent about fees. Clear disclosure builds trust with customers and reduces the risk of complaints. It’s a key part of consumer protection.

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Issuing regulator

ASIC

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