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The EBA updates list of indicators used to perform risk assessments

It will allow competent authorities and users of EBA data to interpret key bank figures in a consistent fashion when conducting their risk assessments and analyses.

Osborne Clarke advises shareholders on sale of Rockhold Asset Management and Lync Wealth Management

Following this transaction, Rockhold will continue to operate under its existing leadership, broadening 7IM's funds and MPS offering, which are a core component of 7IM's growth strategy.

FCA’s targeted support proposals ‘do not go far enough’

Last December, the FCA set out its targeted support proposals to “provide extra support” for millions of UK savers to help them “make better decisions” about their pensions.

FCA launches latest consultation on ‘simplified’ cost disclosures

The FCA said: “This would remove a significant compliance requirement for firms, while ensuring that consumers are still provided with the most relevant information about product transaction costs.

ESMA finalises rules on firms’ order execution policies under MiFID II

In the draft Regulatory Technical Standards (RTS) ESMA specifies the rules, with the objective to enhance investment firms’ order execution and foster investor protection.

Individual charged with carrying on an unauthorised business and misleading investors

The FCA alleges that Mr Burford repeatedly misrepresented the value of the funds and the amount of money he had lost while trading.

FCA establishes presence in the United States and Asia-Pacific

The role will focus on supporting financial services firms to navigate regulation to enter the UK market or raise capital and provide UK firms with support expanding into the APAC region.

Bird & Bird and OXYGY announce together with the European Commission the use cases selected for third cohort of European Blockchain Sandbox

The team are pleased to present the use cases selected for the 3rd cohort of sandbox dialogues.

UK collects just 3% of fines from offshore firms breaching property transparency rules

The UK has collected only 3% of the financial penalties issued to offshore companies failing to comply with transparency laws designed to reveal the true owners of UK property.

The FCA shines light on trading apps and consumer behaviour

The review assessed the business models, product offerings and services of 12 trading app firms, identifying both positive practices and areas needing improvement.

Swiss Bank Reyl at center of anti-money laundering scandal

At the heart of the storm is Reyl, a Geneva-based boutique bank that has long marketed itself as a discreet and customer-focused institution for wealthy international clients.

Santander announce major change for all its UK customers

The banking giant is set to make a significant change likely to affect millions of people in the UK from next month

Empowering Europe: boosting strategic autonomy through the digital euro

Consumers are increasingly choosing to use digital means of payment in shops, and they are also making ever more purchases online. Y

CP8/25 – Regulated fees and levies: Rates proposals for 2025/26

Consultation paper 8/25

FCA’s AIFM shake-up sparks industry response

A Call for Input launched today outlines plans to recalibrate how managers are classified and regulated, with the goal of supporting growth, competitiveness and innovation in the UK’s investment sector.

Prudential Regulation Authority Business Plan 2025/26

This year’s business plan reflects the evolution of our priorities, and in particular the work we are doing to deliver our new secondary objective on competitiveness and growth.

Seventy Ninth Group issues ‘payments moratorium’ update amid mounting concerns

The City of London Police is currently investigating the group

Enhancing UK asset management competitiveness: Five questions every fund should ask their AIFM host

Firms can choose to do this themselves but some appoint a regulated third party as their AIFM host.

Support for innovative products and new firms part of new FCA work programme

In the first year of its new strategy, the FCA will be a smarter regulator, support growth, help consumers and fight crime.

Rules for investment managers to be reformed to support growth

Asset managers are crucial for the financial wellbeing of millions and play a key role in capital formation for the UK economy.

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