FCA overhaul could end mandatory annual reviews
The FCA's Consumer Duty overhaul may free wealth managers from rigid annual reviews, focusing on client needs. Discover the future of financial advice in the UK.
The FCA's Consumer Duty overhaul may free wealth managers from rigid annual reviews, focusing on client needs. Discover the future of financial advice in the UK.
FCA CEO Nikhil Rathi says government and parliamentary delays are hampering pro-growth financial reforms. He calls for statutory timetables to speed up Treasury approvals.
Starling Bank's tech arm, Engine, is shifting into top gear with plans to hire 150 staff globally in 2026. CEO Sam Everington reveals ambitious SaaS growth strategy, targeting traditional banks and eyeing further UK and US expansion.
BNP Paribas is aggressively expanding its corporate finance teams in London and New York, hiring over 30 bankers. This strategic move signals a major bet on a rebound in global M&A and equity markets. Discover the bank's ambitious growth plans.
Desiree Fixler, who exposed alleged greenwashing at DWS, steps down from the FCA's ESG advisory body. Discover the implications for UK financial regulation.
Bill Kingdom, the influential civil servant who shaped the UK's Financial Conduct Authority, has died at 78. Read about his pivotal role in financial regulation.
UK regulators have torn up the rulebook for building societies, removing key lending limits to drive growth. Discover how this deregulation will impact mutuals and the housing market.
The Bank of England and FCA join the City Minister in Rochdale to launch a regulatory overhaul and new support unit, aiming to help mutuals and co-operatives grow.
A wave of new rules from the FCA, SEC, and ESMA is set to transform private equity and venture capital by 2026. Discover the key changes and how firms must prepare now.
Shadow Chancellor Mel Stride criticises the FCA for not probing Treasury Budget leaks, warning of a dangerous precedent. Read the full details of the political row.
The Financial Conduct Authority has rejected calls for an immediate investigation into Chancellor Rachel Reeves over pre-budget briefings but will review a Treasury leak inquiry. Full story on the market manipulation claims.
The London Stock Exchange's Pisces market moves forward as Apex Group is appointed Registered Auction Agent, verifying investors and ensuring compliance for private company share trading.
The FCA launches its first AI live testing scheme with NatWest and Monzo. The initiative aims to ensure safe AI deployment in UK financial markets. Read the full story.
A legal battle over a 68p bid has frozen the FCA's bond market data contract, exposing flaws in procurement and delaying vital reforms. Discover the full story and its implications.
The City watchdog has ended the freeze on motor finance complaints earlier than planned. Discover the new deadlines and the multi-billion pound implications for lenders and consumers.
JP Jenkins partners with Sapphire Capital, leveraging its new Pisces licence to offer liquidity for private firms like Moju. A major step for UK's private share trading.
The Financial Conduct Authority will now oversee ESG ratings agencies to tackle transparency and conflict of interest concerns. A consultation is open until March 2026.
SNP demands FCA investigation into Treasury's £20bn fiscal hole claims as OBR reveals no shortfall existed. Read the latest on Budget controversy.
US law firm Simpson Thacher announces significant London office expansion following aggressive hiring campaign. The firm continues its strategic growth in the UK legal market.
City watchdog makes inquiries into WH Smith's accounting blunder that wiped £600m off market value. Read the latest on the retailer's strategic shift.
Elon Musk's Department of Government Efficiency has been dissolved months before its scheduled end date, with staff moved to other roles. Discover what happened.
Sarah Mills, the FCA's executive director of consumers and competition, has resigned from her role. Discover the implications for UK financial regulation and what's next.
FCA executive Sheldon Mills is stepping down after eight years. He will lead a government review into AI's role in consumer financial advice. Discover the implications.
Debt charities warn shoppers about buy now, pay later risks this Black Friday as record numbers seek help. New FCA regulation begins July 2026. Read before you click.
Hedge fund Point72 recruits former Bank of America managing director Michael Previti as macro portfolio manager, strengthening investment team.
The Financial Conduct Authority investigates 20 asset management firms for potential anti-money laundering failures. Discover the implications for UK financial regulation.
The Financial Conduct Authority reveals a consolidated tape for UK equities could deliver £154m annual savings to traders while enhancing market transparency. Discover how this reform could transform London's financial landscape.
The Financial Conduct Authority has initiated a comprehensive review of private markets, examining valuation practices and liquidity concerns. Discover how this could impact UK investors.
Aquis Exchange receives FCA approval to launch private company market, challenging LSE dominance. New platform aims to boost UK capital markets competitiveness.
The Financial Conduct Authority has applied to the High Court to restart the bond tape contract after procurement challenges. Read the latest developments.