A new FCA strategy for 2025 – 2030
Buy now, pay later lenders will fall under FCA regulation from July. We look at the final rules and how firms can prepare for authorisation.”
The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has published its 5-Year Strategy (2025 – 2030). In this episode David Morrey, Partner, Head of Investment Management, and Ben Farmer, Senior Manager, review its core focus areas:
- Reducing and preventing serious harm
- Setting and testing higher standards
- Promoting competition and positive change
In addition to the strategy, they also discuss the FCA's other priorities, and explain what they mean for businesses in the future.
Note: The FCA’s Regulatory Initiatives Grid 2025 was released after the recording of this podcast.
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David Morrey I am a partner in our Financial Services Regulatory Advisory practice where I help clients dealing with the challenges of current regulation or emerging requirements.View Profile -
Ben Farmer I support our financial services clients in meeting their regulatory obligations; focusing on conduct risk and customer outcomes.View Profile
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