13 April 2015
Response to Submissions Derivatives Issuer Standard Condition: Suitability of Products for Clients
In November 2013 we consulted on the minimum standards and conditions for derivatives issuers wishing to
be licensed under the Financial Markets Conduct Act 2013 (the Act). As part of that consultation we sought feedback on a condition relating to the assessment of suitability of products for clients. Two options were provided, one being disclosure based and the other an assessment by the issuer.