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UK regulator to ease path for retail investors to buy bonds


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Britain's financial watchdog said on Friday it is seeking to simplify corporate bond prospectuses to boost investment opportunities for investors in the UK and reduce costs and barriers for companies raising capital.

The UK's Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) is proposing changes to simplify bond rules to encourage more investment in the UK, as announced on January 31, 2025. The FCA aims to streamline the listing regime for bonds, making it easier for companies to issue debt and for investors to understand and invest in these securities. This initiative is part of a broader effort to enhance the competitiveness of UK markets post-Brexit, reduce regulatory burdens, and increase the attractiveness of London as a financial center. The proposed changes include revising the prospectus requirements, simplifying the disclosure regime, and potentially reducing the costs associated with bond issuance. The FCA is seeking feedback on these proposals, with the goal of implementing changes that could boost the UK's capital markets and support economic growth.

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