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UK to stop disclosing identity of stock market short sellers, FT reports
- Short-Selling investors in the UK will remain anonymous under proposed rules by the Financial Conduct Authority , changing from current requirements.
- The FCA plans to increase the reporting threshold to 0.2% of a company's share capital, up from 0.1%.
- Simon Walls, FCA executive director, stated these changes support economic growth while ensuring necessary market transparency.
- The consultation on these proposals is open for seven weeks, concluding on December 16, with new rules expected by the second half of 2026.
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MFA Supports FCA Consultation on Short Selling Reform
MFA issued the following statement in support of the announcement that the UK Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) is launching a consultation on short sale regulatory reforms: “The alternative asset management industry commends the FCA for launching this critical step toward modernising the UK short selling regime. Smart reforms will enhance UK financial markets, attract investment, and support economic growth. We look forward to working with the …
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