Being an AR of expert Analysis Group is a quick and cost effective route to market.

Operating a financial services business in the UK without the required authorisation from the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) is a serious breach of regulations. Here are the potential consequences if you provide services that should be regulated by the FCA but are not: Legal Penalties : Engaging in regulated activities without authorisation is a criminal offence under the Financial Services and Markets Act 2000. You could face prosecution, which might result in a fine or i

As an AR of Expert Analysis Group you can: advise on investments, arrange (bring about) deals in investments and make arrangements with a view to transactions in investments.

While acting for both the buy side and sell side in the same transaction is possible, it presents significant conflcits of interest.

Yes, as an Appointed Representative (AR) in the UK, it is generally required to notify the principal firm of any changes, even if they might seem small. This requirement is part of maintaining compliance with the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) regulations, which emphasise transparency and proper oversight. Key points include: Regulatory Compliance : Both the principal and the AR must ensure compliance with FCA rules, which include keeping accurate and current records. Chan

The best way to find out about an FCA regulated firm is to go to the FCA register https://register.fca.org.uk/s/ and use the search function. Unfortunately, its not possible to undertake complex searches so you may end up with a lot of results! Expert Analysis Group is an FCA-authorised principal firm providing Appointed Representative services. Learn more about how we can  help your firm or contact us  to discuss your requirements.

An AIFM, or Alternative Investment Fund Manager, refers to an entity responsible for managing one or more alternative investment funds (AIFs). In the European regulatory framework, particularly under the Alternative Investment Fund Managers Directive (AIFMD), AIFMs play a critical role in the oversight and administration of AIFs, which include hedge funds, private equity funds, real estate funds, and other types of investment vehicles that do not fall under the traditional um