Released 10 September 2009. Comments closed 22 October 2009.

We are considering whether to withdraw class order relief that allows issuers to cite credit ratings in disclosure documents and Product Disclosure Statements (PDSs) without the consent of credit rating agencies.

We are seeking comment on this relief, particularly from issuers and their advisers, credit rating agencies and organisations representing retail investors.

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