FCA eyes softer SDR rules for index-tracking funds

Amid ‘challenging’ requirements

Cristian Angeloni
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The Financial Conduct Authority has proposed relaxing some of its rules as part of the Sustainability Disclosure Requirements (SDR) for some passive funds, following industry feedback.

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