Council of Financial Regulators

The Council of Financial Regulators (CoFR) contributes to maximising New Zealand’s sustainable economic wellbeing by facilitating co-operation and co-ordination between its members to support effective and responsive regulation of the financial system in New Zealand.

CoFR meets quarterly to discuss financial markets regulatory issues, risks, and priorities.

CoFR is made up of five member agencies:

• Te Pūtea Matua - Reserve Bank of New Zealand (co-Chair)

• Te Mana Tatai Hokohoko - Financial Markets Authority (co-Chair)

• Te Komihana Tauhokohoko - Commerce Commission

• Hīkina Whakatutuki - Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment

• Te Tai Ōhanga - The Treasury

The CoFR website provides information about the vision and objectives of the CoFR agencies and provide a central point for updates about its work and relevant material from member agencies.