Finland's FSA Announces Supervision of New Credit Providers

On January 23, 2026, Finland's Financial Supervisory Authority (FSA) announced that Parliament approved amendments to the Consumer Protection Act, bringing new credit providers and consumer credit intermediaries under FSA supervision. This move transposes Directive (EU) 2023/2225 into national law, aiming to enhance consumer protection and financial stability. The amendments are set to take effect on March 16, 2026, marking a significant expansion of regulatory oversight in Finland's financial sector.