FMA chief executive Samantha Barrass resigns immediately

Thursday 3 September 2026 · 2 outlets · 2 reports · updated Thu 3 Sep, 4:23pm

In this story Employment Relations Authority, Financial Markets Authority

Samantha Barrass has departed as chief executive of the Financial Markets Authority following a suspension. Her departure comes as allegations against her are being incorporated into a government-commissioned investigation.

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1. 1NewsThu 3 Sep, 4:20pm

   Suspended markets watchdog boss resigns as probe handed to ministry (opens in new tab)

2. StuffThu 3 Sep, 4:23pm

   FMA chief executive Samantha Barrass leaves amid turmoil (opens in new tab)