Breaking Down Barriers: Enabling US ETF Sales in the UK And A Call To Action

March 19, 2025 - Participants include:

 

Rebecca Lammers - @AbroadRebecca

 

John Richardson - @ExpatriationLaw

 

Context:

 

This podcast is suppleented by Rebecca's blog post here:

 

https://medium.com/@tapinternational/dear-fca-please-change-the-regulations-so-us-citizens-in-the-uk-can-invest-in-us-etfs-61df27e40c76

 

AI Version:

 

"Join John Richardson and Rebecca Lammers, the chair of the Democrats Abroad Taxation Task Force, as they discuss recent developments affecting U.S. citizens living in the U.K. In this special episode, Rebecca sheds light on the ongoing consultation by the U.K. Financial Conduct Authority and its implications for investment products like ETFs and mutual funds.

The discussion emphasizes the difficulties faced by U.S. citizens in the U.K. in purchasing these financial products due to differing regulatory requirements. Rebecca highlights her personal submission for the U.K. government, striving for reforms that could ease these barriers and foster investment opportunities for U.S. expats. Tune in to explore how these potential changes may pave the way for a more accessible investment landscape."