More than three million people have reportedly lost money after acting on financial content shared by social media influencers, highlighting a growing conduct risk in the digital advice space. Research shows that over 40% of individuals who followed investment-related content on platforms like TikTok incurred losses, with the vast majority ...
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The UK's Financial Conduct Authority has announced a broad review of the UK claims management market following growing concerns around aggressive marketing, misleading advertising, unfair exit fees, and consumers allegedly being signed up to claims processes without proper consent or understanding. Working alongside the Solicitors Regulation Authority and other ...
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Eversheds Sutherland reports that the UK Financial Conduct Authority has removed the long-standing rule limiting how much a UCITS fund can invest in another collective investment scheme, effectively scrapping the 25% concentration cap. The change is part of a broader effort to simplify the UK funds regime and give asset ...
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By Lee Rossini
Preparing a financial advice business for sale requires planning, regulatory awareness, and understanding what prospective buyers value. Whether a sole practitioner or a larger advice business, getting a business 'sale-ready' well in advance can enhance its attractiveness and valuation. Not doing so can lead to lost value, delayed transactions, or even a stalled sale.
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