The regulatory terrain around Consumer Duty continues to shift, with the FCA recently announcing plans to consult in the first half of 2026 on significant changes to how the Duty applies across distribution chains. This follows the regulator’s feedback statement earlier this year addressing concerns raised by industry stakeholders about proportionality and practical implementation.
At AssetQ, we’ve positioned ourselves at the heart of these developments. Our deep collaboration with the Investment Association—a key point of contact for the FCA throughout the Consumer Duty consultation process—ensures we remain ahead of regulatory evolution and can anticipate the needs of our clients before changes take effect.
The FCA’s focus on clarifying distribution chain responsibilities couldn’t be more relevant to our mission. We’ve built our platform specifically to address the dual challenge that manufacturers and distributors face: meeting stringent Consumer Duty requirements whilst building stronger, more transparent business relationships. Our due diligence data flows provide the evidence base that regulators expect, whilst our feedback and MI capabilities give manufacturers the insights they need to demonstrate they’re supporting distribution chain health.
What sets AssetQ apart is that we don’t just respond to regulatory requirements—we shape the conversation. The feedback we gather from both distributors and manufacturers informs not just our product development, but also contributes to the broader industry dialogue through our Investment Association channels. This means our clients benefit from solutions designed with regulatory foresight, not just compliance hindsight.
As the FCA prepares its 2026 consultation on scope and exemptions, the questions around distribution chain accountability will only intensify. Organizations need systems that don’t just tick boxes but genuinely enable the outcomes-focused approach that Consumer Duty demands.
Ready to see how AssetQ can help you stay ahead of Consumer Duty requirements whilst strengthening your distribution relationships? We’d welcome the opportunity to demonstrate how our platform delivers the governance, MI, and feedback capabilities you need in this evolving landscape.
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