17 Oct 2025
Iosco calls for unified global oversight of crypto, digital assets
The global securities watchdog IOSCO says regulators need to act more quickly to create consistent rules and protect investors in crypto markets.
16 Oct 2025
Bafin cracks down on turbo certificates sold to retail investors
The German regulator has issued a general order with several requirements aimed at enhancing investor protection due to the high risk and complexity associated with turbo certificates.
07 Oct 2025
FCA sets out plan to remove Consumer Duty burdens, targets complex ETPs
The regulator’s priorities for the remainder of 2025 to 2026, include embedding the rules, support for firms and sector-specific focus areas.
30 Sep 2025
HKEX revamps structured products listing framework
Proposals aim to elevate market competitiveness and efficiency, whilst also enhancing market quality and investor protection.
14 Jul 2025
Korean regulator bolsters investor protection amid ELS mis-selling scandal
The increased investor assessment and the change in product description order for high-difficulty financial investment products are among regulator’s targets.
07 Jul 2025
UKSPA aims at performance-based value for money testing
Following the recent Brexit reset trade agreement between the UK government and the EU, SRP caught up with the UK Structured products Association (UKSPA) to discuss the main items and initiatives driving the association’s agenda for the remainder of 2025.
10 Jun 2025
Eusipa: EU call for evidence on investor protection comes late, lacks clarity
The European structured products market is struggling to understand where the RIS framework falls as it is not offering an adequate solution to the challenges the EU economy and financial markets are facing.
09 Jun 2025
UK regulator lifts ban on crypto ETNs
The UK regulator says the proposals will promote effective competition in the interests of consumers by allowing firms to compete in retail markets offering these products and providing greater investor choice.
27 May 2025
Esma rethinks retail investor protection
The European regulator has launched a consultation into the retail investor experience aimed at determining how its rules are helping or hurting investors.
23 May 2025
Update: Germany - Bafin targets turbo certificates as retail losses pile up
The German financial supervisory authority Bafin has announced plans to restrict the marketing, distribution and sale of turbo certificates to retail investors based in Germany.
23 Apr 2025
FCA unveils cost disclosure requirements under new CCI regime
The regulator is seeking feedback on aspects relating to costs and charges disclosure, and the balance of responsibilities between manufacturers and distributors.
05 Mar 2025
Value for Money testing in the EU
We have a closer look at one of the key regulatory requirements to be observed by the structured products industry once the European Retail Investment Strategy (RIS) comes into force.