Brokers
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Millions to be compensated as FCA confirms car finance redress scheme
Changes to the original scheme are a result of “conflicting feedback from consumers, their representatives, firms, manufacturers and industry bodies,” the FCA has said.
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FCA work in review: March 10-17, 2026
Our regular roundup of the latest news and developments from the FCA.
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Dubai regulator levies some of its heaviest fines yet
DFSA fines two firms for inadequate system controls, reporting failure and deceptive conduct.
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FCA announces £8 billion redress scheme for victims of ‘unfair motor loans’
The final figure of around £8.2 billion ($10.99 billion) is less than previous estimates, but good news for around 14 million people.
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FCA’s car finance redress estimates deemed too high
Millions of customers of motor finance schemes are expected to start receiving compensation from banks and lenders next year.
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BaFin calls contingency planning and stress testing critical
The regulator’s supervisory statement seeks to clarify its expectations of brokers in connection with client securities trading during times of market turbulence.
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IOSCO highlights conflicts of interest as key risk for online brokers
The consultation report also draws attention to increased trading frequency as well as potentially opaque fee structures.
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Venue and data completeness in the spotlight at GR Bank and broker roundtable
Also discussed in this informative and collegial session was communication surveillance and the focus of recent supervisory visits.
