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UK regulator brings BNPL services under full consumer credit regulation
Yahoo Finance· 2026-02-12 12:17
The UK’s Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has decided to bring Buy Now Pay Later (BNPL) services under full consumer credit regulation starting 15 July 2026. The move follows a government directive to expand regulatory oversight of the BNPL sector. In July last year, FCA revealed plans to regulate the industry. With the change, BNPL agreements will fall within the scope of the Consumer Duty. Consumers using these services are set to receive clearer information on repayment terms, including due dates, ...