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FCA unveils new Prospectus Rules: What you need to know

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The real-world impact will depend on how companies and investors respond, especially for those also marketing shares in the US, where a voluntary prospectus may still be required.

On July 15, 2025, the FCA announced a major shake-up of the UK’s prospectus regime. The new rules, which implement the Public Offers and Admissions to Trading Regulations 2024 (POATR), will take effect from January 19, 2026, replacing the current UK Prospectus Regulation (UKPR). These changes are part of a broader effort

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