The regulator’s findings confirm that VAs remains one of Australia’s most important restructuring tools and reinforces several lessons that restructuring professionals have long observed in practice.
Special purpose appointees can provide targeted independence, preserve continuity, and strengthen stakeholder confidence when discrete conflicts arise. Their value, however, depends on disciplined use.
KPMG Turnaround & Restructuring Director Maria Psomas outlines how rising interest rates and cost‑of‑living pressures are driving increased financial stress, with early intervention key to navigating insolvency and securing a fresh start.
Sustained cost-of-living pressures are resulting in a steady rise of personal insolvencies, Maria Psomas and Yvonne Liew discuss the numbers and what businesses under financial stress should do.
A recent RBA report sheds more light on the factors driving the recent spike in company insolvencies in Australia and presents its outlook for 2025.
While an interest rate cut from 4.35 to 4.10 percent in February 2025 provided welcomed relief, Maria Psomas outlines the challenges that lie ahead for individuals at risk of insolvency following the April announcement of rates remaining on hold.
An analysis of recent ASX-listed company insolvencies reveals significant use of Safe Harbour but minimal shareholder disclosure. Emily Seeckts, Phil Quinlan, and Sarah Arnfield discuss their findings, methodology, and some limitation with the available data.
More and more administrators are applying for a time extension to conduct the voluntary administration process, as the standard convening period isn’t enough in dealing with large and complex business entities.
Amanda Coneyworth is joined by Forensic Partner Luke Howman-Giles who outlines common methods for the misappropriation of funds, the process of a financial investigation, and the challenge of appearing in court as an expert witness.
