This week on Exchanges ASIC Commissioner Simone Constant joined us to unpack why Australia’s financial markets are at a crossroads, and why innovation has never been more important.

We dive into the challenges facing public markets, the rapid growth of private markets and private credit, and what this shift means for businesses, investors, and the broader economy. Simone highlights the need for stronger market integrity, access, and participation, while also addressing emerging systemic risks and the importance of smart regulatory oversight.

At the heart of the conversation is a clear message: building a healthy, inclusive financial ecosystem will require real collaboration across the industry.

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ASIC: https://ministers.treasury.gov.au/ministers/jim-chalmers-2022/media-releases/australian-securities-and-investment-commission

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Chapters

00:00 Innovation vs. Stagnation in Australian Markets

02:58 Public Market Challenges and Opportunities

06:07 The Rise of Private Markets

08:55 Concerns in Private Credit

11:56 Market Dynamics and Systemic Risks

15:10 Access and Participation in Financial Markets

17:48 The Future of Private and Public Markets

21:01 Regulatory Insights and Industry Practices

23:56 Final Thoughts and Vision for the Future

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