Q&A: Michael Sicsic, managing director of Sicsic Advisory
Michael Sicsic, founder and MD of Sicsic Advisory, tackles whether the Financial Conduct Authority is as active in the market as ever, what the regulator is pushing for on premium finance, and poses the key question brokers need to be ready to answer.
Quizzed by Insurance Age, the expert shares his insights on the expected compliance priorities in 2027 and how Consumer Duty will be front and centre. He also reflects on the growth of his firm, which has expanded from a one-man band in 2019 to nearly 30 staff and joined the watchdog’s Skilled Person Panel this April.
Q: This February, the FCA’s final report after its investigation into premium finance had no price cap or zero interest order. Do you think the watchdog is still pushing the sectorOnly users who have a paid subscription or are part of a corporate subscription are able to print or copy content.
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