UK regulators expand on plans to smooth the transition for inbound passporting firms in the event of a “no deal” Brexit.
Overview -
HM Treasury published draft legislation on 24 July 2018 to establish a temporary...more
The FCA and the PRA have published their Policy Statements, setting out final rules on the SMCR regimes for insurers and FCA solo-regulated firms.
Key Points:
..The FCA has announced that the extended SMCR will apply to...more
The FCA has outlined its approach to implementing key standards under the revised Payment Services Directive.
The FCA has published a statement on its website relating to the European Banking Authority’s (EBA’s) Opinion...more
Many auto advisers and automated discretionary investment managers risk poor outcomes for customers by falling short of FCA expectations.
The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has issued a statement outlining its...more
FCA publishes final rules and further consultation on outstanding remedies under its asset management market study.
Key Points:
..The FCA has published a Policy Statement (PS18/8) setting out final rules and guidance...more
The FCA is proposing to add a new chapter on insider dealing and market manipulation to its Financial Crime Guide.
Key Points:
..The FCA proposes to add a new Chapter 8 to Part 1 of its Financial Crime Guide, outlining...more
New FCA Discussion Paper demonstrates how the regulator’s thinking in relation to culture has evolved.
Introduction -
In Discussion Paper (DP) 18/2, the FCA has taken an unusual approach to a topic that has received...more
The FCA has published a report, clarifying its expectations of firms that develop or use algorithmic trading strategies.
On 12 February 2018, the FCA published a report on algorithmic trading compliance in wholesale...more