Company Information
Board of Directors
Bradley McCosker
Chief Executive Officer and Managing Director
Bradley co-founded ABE in March 2015 and has been a director of each ABE company since incorporation.
Bradley has over 25 years of experience in investment banking and in the financial markets, specifically with firms such as Deutsche Bank, Macquarie Bank, ABN Amro and Citibank.
Bradley was the Americas Head of the Client Coverage Group for Deutsche Bank in New York before returning to Australia in 2010.
Since returning to Australia, he was a Senior Adviser at the Australian Prudential Regulatory Authority and Senior Manager for Risk Policy at ASX.
Bradley has a Bachelor of Economics and Master of Commerce from Macquarie University.
Robert Shaw
Non-Executive, Independent Director
Mr Shaw joins the Board as a non-executive, independent director. He brings a wealth of experience to ABE Holdings having previously acted as an independent and non-executive director of Credit Corp Limited and Magontec Limited as well as the chairman of the Risk and Audit Committees of those two companies. He has also served as the Managing Director of the CityPrint Group of Companies.
Mr Shaw holds a Master of Business Administration and a Bachelor of Industrial Engineering from the University of New South Wales as well as a Master of Professional Accounting from the University of Southern Queensland. He is also a Fellow of the Australian Institute of Company Directors.
Mark O’Leary
Executive Director and Managing Director of Strategic Alliances
Mr O’Leary joined ABE in April 2024 and is currently the Managing Director of Strategic Alliances at ABE. He has over 45 years experience in global FX & securities markets including 22 Years specializing in ASX listed Securities and Options for High-Net-Worth clients. He has held positions at Westpac, Société Générale and Macquarie Bank. He has also held roles with the National Bank of Abu Dhabi in London and Abu Dhabi.
Mr O’Leary holds a Master of Applied Finance from Macquarie University and is a Graduate of the Australian Institute of Company Directors
Shane White
Independent Non-Executive Director
Mr White is a highly experienced executive and director with a strong background in governance, risk management, and capital markets. He has previously served as Chief Executive Officer and Executive Director of an ASX-listed financial services company and has held leadership roles across wealth advisory and capital markets.
Mr White has also served as Managing Director of a corporate integrity and risk advisory firm,where he advised boards and senior executives on governance, regulatory compliance, and investigations. Earlier in his career, he served as a Detective Superintendent in the NSW Police Force, bringing extensive experience in organisational risk, integrity and complex investigations.
Mr White is currently the Chief Executive Officer of a biotechnology company transitioning from research and development to commercial operations, providing him with current, hands-on experience in strategy execution, capital management and growth.
Mr White holds a Master of Public Administration from the University of Sydney, a Bachelor of Business (Accounting) from the University of New England, a Graduate Certificate in Management from Macquarie University, He also holds Diplomas in Security and Risk Management and Work Health and Safety and is a graduate of the Australian Institute of Company Directors.
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FAQs
What is ABE’s stock code?
Australian Bond Exchange trades on the Australian Securities Exchange under the stock code ABE.
How do I buy or sell ABE shares?
You can buy or sell ABE shares on the stock market through a broker or through an online broker. Information on how to select a stockbroker is available on the Australian Securities Exchange website www.asx.com.au
How can I view my current ABE shareholdings?
You can view details about your ABE shareholding online via the share registry, Computershare. For your security, you will be asked to provide your Security holder Reference Number (SRN) or Holder Identification Number (HIN) (together with your surname and your postcode) all of which can be found on your holding statement.
How can I contact the registry?
Computershare, Yarra Falls, 452 Johnston Street, Abbotsford VIC 3067
Phone: 1300 395 841 (within Australia) or +61 3 9415 4393 (outside Australia) between 8:30am and 5:00pm (Sydney Time), Monday to Friday www.computershare.com.au or get in contact via their investor centre http://www.investorcentre.com/contact
How do I change my name, address, and other details?
If your Security Holding Number (SRN) starts with an “I” that means you have an Issuer Sponsored holding and instructions to change your personal holding record details are required by the share registry in writing. A printable version of the change of address form is available online from the share registry, Computershare. If you have a Broker Sponsored holding (your SRN starts with an “X”), you must notify your sponsoring broker in writing of your change of address.
When will ABE report its next set of financial results?
ABE will report results announcements covering the half year to 31 December and the full year to 30 June. The Annual Report is published in August each year. In addition, ABE will publish its quarterly results for the quarters to 30 September, 31 December, 31 March and 30 June.
Does ABE have email alerts for company notifications that I can join?
ABE shareholders who have elected to receive their communication via email will receive notifications of annual reports, notices of meeting and electronic proxy voting through Computershare Investor Services.
How can I receive a hard copy of ABE’s annual report?
You can download and print a copy of the ABE annual report from the company or via the ASX website.
What does ABE do?
ABE is an innovative financial services company providing access to the OTC corporate bond market for issuers, institutional and private investors in Australia and across the globe. Through its unique technology and wide network, ABE is able to break down barriers to entry for private investors by lowering capital entry requirements, significantly reducing transaction costs and improving accessibility to the bond market.
What is ABE’s growth strategy?
In the near term, ABE’s growth strategy is focused on increasing private investor participation in the bond market. There is a sizable market opportunity with bonds currently significantly under-represented in Australian private client portfolios and a sizable SMSF market to target. With our technology, we are able to partner with existing Financial Planners, Brokers and other financial institutions to easily integrate and provide access to bonds through them. ABE has a highly scalable business model with a strong competitive advantage in being able to provide a low-cost investment offering.
How can I invest in bonds?
To become an ABE client and start trading bonds, please visit https://www.bondexchange.com.au/start-investing-australian-bond-exchange/. Alternatively, you can also contact your broker or financial planner, we may already be integrated with them.
What was the date of ABE’s initial public offering (IPO) and at what price?
ABE listed on the Australian Securities Exchange (ASX) on 6 December 2021 at a price of $0.65
How can I get a copy of ABE’s prospectus?
A copy of the prospectus can be found here
Investor contact
General and bond trading enquiries
Email: support@bondexchange.com.au
Phone: 1800 319 769
Investor relations
Email: investors@bondexchange.com.au
Phone: 1800 319 769
Share registry
Computershare manages Australian Bond Exchange share registry. For enquiries about your shareholding including number of shares held and change of address please contact:
Computershare,
Yarra Falls, 452 Johnston Street,
Abbotsford VIC 3067
Phone: 1300 395 841 (within Australia) or +61 3 9415 4393 (outside Australia) between 8:30am and 5:00pm (Sydney Time), Monday to Friday
www.computershare.com.au or get in contact via their investor centre www.investorcentre.com/contact