FCA looks to scrap MiFID research rules on small-caps in UK competitiveness drive

FICC research also set for exclusion

Mike Sheen
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The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) is considering scrapping MiFID rules on research for companies with a market cap of less than £200m as part of a package of proposals designed to "reduce the burden" on smaller investment firms and improve the competitiveness of UK financial services.

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