New FCA measures bring welcome boost to investors
Commenting on today’s FCA announcement of new measures to ease the regulatory burden on investment, Hugh Fairclough, partner and head of financial services at RSM UK said: “This is positive news for professional investors, bringing more opportunities through loosening of restrictions. This could unlock capital for high growth sectors, including private markets and innovative technologies. It will also improve the UK’s competitiveness as an attractive place to raise capital, with these reforms simplifying listing regimes and reducing regulatory complexity. Streamlining rules for bonds, derivatives and prospectuses will also reduce compliance burdens and improve market efficiency.
“For consumers, a more dynamic market can lead to more innovative products, and potentially improve returns for retail investors, through broader economic growth. The FCA stresses that retail clients will still have strong safeguards, and changes will focus on those with the knowledge and resources to manage risk.”