Prime Yield Assets (new)
Why this matters
The FCA publishes a warning that Prime Yield Assets is operating without authorisation and may be running a scam targeting UK consumers. It tells consumers to avoid the firm, notes that FSCS and Financial Ombudsman protections do not apply, and directs them to the FCA Firm Checker and reporting line. The text does not specify an investment or other sector, so 'General' is used. Urgency is high because the warning asks consumers to avoid dealing with the firm now, given the scam risk.
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What the FCA said
UnauthorizedThis firm may be providing or promoting financial services or products without our permission. You should avoid dealing with this firm and beware of scams. Almost all firms and individuals must be authorised or registered by us to carry out or promote financial services in the UK. This firm is not…
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Context
Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) — UK financial services regulator. We track 804 updates from them.
Financial services regulation in the UK, primarily overseen by the FCA and PRA. Browse all United Kingdom updates.
This update is classified under Authorisation & Licensing, Consumer Protection / Conduct and General.