United Kingdom FCA

The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) is a regulatory body in the United Kingdom that oversees the conduct of financial firms to ensure they operate in the best interests of consumers. It was established in 2013 as one of the successors to the Financial Services Authority (FSA).

The FCA regulates a wide range of financial firms, including banks, insurance companies, investment firms, mortgage providers, and consumer credit companies. Its responsibilities include setting rules and standards for these firms, supervising their operations, and taking enforcement action when necessary.

The FCA also works to promote competition and innovation in the financial sector, with the aim of ensuring that consumers have access to a range of high-quality financial products and services at fair prices. It also provides guidance and information to consumers to help them make informed decisions about financial products and services.

The FCA is accountable to the UK government and operates independently of it. Its funding comes from fees levied on the firms it regulates, rather than from taxpayers.

On this page, we list the companies that are regulated by FCA in the United Kingdom.