FCA CEO Speech: UK Wholesale Finance Renaissance

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Published February 26th, 2026

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FCA chief executive Nikhil Rathi delivered a speech on the future of UK wholesale finance, emphasizing the UK's role as a global trading hub and the FCA's commitment to market integrity and reform. The speech, delivered at the Goldman Sachs EMEA Head of Trading conference, highlighted opportunities for growth and the need for the UK financial sector to adapt at market speed.

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FCA chief executive Nikhil Rathi delivered a speech outlining the vision for UK wholesale finance by 2026, focusing on maintaining the UK's position as a global trading hub and fostering market integrity. The speech highlighted the FCA's ongoing reforms aimed at supporting growth and competitiveness while taking firm action against market abuse and operational failures. It also touched upon the increasing market volatility and the need for the UK financial sector to adapt rapidly to capitalize on opportunities.

This speech serves as a high-level overview of the FCA's strategic direction and priorities for the wholesale financial markets. While it does not introduce new binding regulations or immediate compliance obligations, it signals the FCA's continued focus on market abuse, firm conduct, and the overall health and competitiveness of the UK financial services industry. Regulated entities, particularly those in the wholesale sector, should note the emphasis on market integrity and the need for agility in response to evolving market conditions.