TRADE FLOW (new)
Why this matters
The FCA warns consumers that TRADE FLOW is operating without authorisation and advises them to avoid dealing with it. The text names no specific financial product or sector beyond general 'financial services', so 'General' is used for sectors. It also does not identify a firm type, so 'All Firms' is used. The primary topic is authorisation, with consumer protection as the secondary topic, since the page explains the loss of FOS and FSCS protection. Urgency is high because it is a live scam alert with immediate consumer 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 797 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.