KPMG Australia is set to dominate audits of the country’s largest listed companies after securing the prestigious Macquarie Group audit from PwC Australia.
This victory marks a significant achievement for KPMG and a setback for its big-four competitor PwC.
The Macquarie audit is considered the most sought-after and valuable auditing contract in Australia, valued at nearly $75 million in annual fees.
Of this sum, approximately $30 million pertains to the Australian segment of the global auditing work.
The Macquarie audit is the most coveted and valuable auditing gig in the country, worth almost $75 million in annual fees.
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Summary: KPMG's acquisition of the Macquarie audit solidifies its lead in auditing Australia's top companies, marking a major competitive shift within the big-four firms.