Former FMA chief executive to receive contractual payout

NZ HeraldStuffFriday 30 October 2026 · 2 outlets · 2 reports · updated

In this story Financial Markets Authority, Samantha Barrass

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The Financial Markets Authority has agreed to pay former chief executive Samantha Barrass her contractual entitlements through January. The settlement includes approximately $250,000, a governance course valued at $42,500, and her legal fees. This follows her departure amid investigations.

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First reported by NZ Herald, Fri 30 Oct, 1:18pm · 2 reports from 2 outlets over 3 minutes
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