The UK asset management regulatory framework continued to develop during 2025 as post-Brexit reforms progressed from policy design into implementation. Regulatory changes across disclosure, governance, sustainability, market infrastructure and emerging asset classes have affected both UK and international asset managers operating in the market.
As a response, Zeidler Group has released a new guide exploring the UK asset management regulatory developments in 2025 and what firms should prepare for in 2026.
The regulatory updates introduced during the year have focused on areas with direct operational and governance implications for asset management firms. These changes reflect a broader shift towards embedding regulatory reforms into supervisory expectations, rather than introducing entirely new frameworks.
The guide outlines the UK regulatory developments most relevant to asset managers, including the Financial Conduct Authority’s evolving supervisory priorities for traditional and alternative investment firms. It covers regulatory changes affecting sustainability and ESG, including defence-related considerations, alongside reforms to retail disclosures and Consumer Duty requirements impacting how investment products are presented to investors.
It also examines developments in governance, conduct and individual accountability, including SM&CR and expectations around non-financial misconduct. In addition, the guide addresses market and infrastructure reforms such as the transition to T+1 settlement, overseas market access and equivalence frameworks, and the continued development of the UK cryptoasset regulatory regime. Key areas expected to move from consultation into implementation during 2026 are also highlighted.
For more insights, download the guide here.
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