ANZ's CEO waived his 2025 bonus after shareholders rejected pay plan over misconduct and penalties.

ANZ Group’s new CEO Nuno Matos has waived his 2025 short-term bonus after 32.36% of shareholders rejected the bank’s executive pay plan, marking the second consecutive year a "strike" vote triggered. The vote, driven by concerns over compliance failures, scandals, and a $240 million ASIC penalty, prompted calls for board accountability. Despite investor frustration and legal challenges, including a dispute with former CEO Shayne Elliott, ANZ’s shares rose slightly. The bank also faces scrutiny over climate commitments and has cut 3,500 jobs amid restructuring.