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SAYE (Sharesave) Bonus Rates Reintroduced

Friday, 2 June 2023

After nearly ten years, SAYE (Sharesave) bonus rates are back with HMRC publishing a new savings prospectus taking effect from 18 August 2023. To simplify how they are set going forward, bonus rates will be linked to Bank of England Bank Rates.

Capital Markets

The Regulatory Influences Of Future IPOs

Tuesday, 30 May 2023

EQ’s Director of Business Development Robin Walker discusses the key changes in IPO governance in 2023; from shorter settlement cycles to the increasing power of the retail shareholder.

Capital Markets

Are You Mitigating Against The Sanction Risk?

Monday, 22 May 2023

As the war in Ukraine grinds on through its second spring, pressure is mounting on listed companies to be more proactive in cracking down on sanctioned investors.

Customer Engagement

Gambling Firms Should Turn Regulation Into An Opportunity

Friday, 12 May 2023

The Government’s proposed gambling reforms have prompted big headlines about the financial cost to the industry. But as customer care grows increasingly critical to brand value, does tighter regulation offer opportunities for forward-thinking firms?

Capital Markets

National Grid Case Study

Tuesday, 9 May 2023

Following the acquisition of UK network operator WPD, EQ worked with National Grid to ensure the smooth roll-out of Sharesave plan benefits to all 7,000 new employees within just two months. Read the case study here.

Customer Engagement

FCA Releases Latest Complaints Data

Friday, 28 April 2023

As the FCA releases its latest complaints data, we look at how this can help firms ahead of the Consumer Duty.