TCF, COFI, and the future of client engagement
Treating Customers Fairly (TCF) is now embedded in COFI, making it a non-negotiable for financial advisers. Beyond compliance, it’s about fostering confidence and trust, transparency, and building long-term client relationships. What changes are you making to enhance client experiences?
Technology and compliance: why automation is key for COFI readiness
The future of compliance is digital. With COFI increasing regulatory expectations, integrating technology into your practice can streamline documentation, automate reporting, and enhance the quality of your client engagement. Are you leveraging tech to stay compliant?
Economic Review | The May Edition
In May, the US and China reached an agreement to reduce the reciprocal tariffs previously imposed on Chinese goods. Meanwhile, the UK economy posted solid growth in Q1 2025, outperforming all other G7 nations during the same period. In a significant development, Moody’s became the third major credit rating agency – after S&P Global in 2011 and Fitch in 2023 – to downgrade the US’s credit rating.
What’s changing under COFI – and what’s not
While COFI introduces new regulatory structures, much of your day-to-day client engagement will remain the same. The record of advice, compliance frameworks, and key ethical standards will continue – just with greater oversight and accountability. Stay informed and ahead of the curve.