ASX and ASIC have co-operated on the release of two Companies Updates to assist companies meet their disclosure obligations in ensuring the market is fully informed in a timely manner..

Companies Update 02/08 provides guidance on the disclosure of material information relating to the financing arrangements of listed entities and the margin loans held by company directors.

Companies Update 01/08 provides guidance on the disclosure obligations of listed entities when they seek a trading halt or suspension of their securities.