Australian Competition and Consumer Commission

US legal debates on diversity, equity and inclusion programs are being watched closely by law firms in Australia. But no one really wants to discuss it.

The ACCC’s new merger law guidance this week was a warning for companies and lawyers that they need to be working through the changes earlier rather than later.

The competition and consumer regulator has named surcharging practices as a new enforcement priority as it warned businesses against overcharging customers for payments.

If HSBC decides to sell its Australian retail business it would offer a high-quality, clean book — just not one to attract a big premium.