FCA calls on private market firms to manage conflicts of interest in line with rapid growth
Why this matters
The document presents the results of an FCA thematic review examining how private equity, private credit and real estate firms identify, manage and disclose conflicts of interest. It highlights good practice, recurring weaknesses (cross-fund transfers, multi-party transactions, gifts and entertainment, information barriers) and states the FCA's expectations that firms act on the findings. Governance and fair investor treatment are the main themes. Urgency is medium because it sets expectations for firms to act without a stated deadline.
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What the FCA said
Private market firms vary in how well they identify and manage conflicts of interest, according to an FCA review. Private markets refer to investments in assets, companies, or debt not listed or traded on public exchanges. They’ve grown significantly in recent years, and the UK is a leading international centre…
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Context
Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) — UK financial services regulator. We track 769 updates from them.
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This update is classified under Senior Managers / Governance, Consumer Protection / Conduct and Investment Management.