The City of London Corporation's work in support of financial and professional services: annual review 2024/2025

The financial and professional services (FPS) industry is a cornerstone of the UK’s economy. As the largest net exporter of financial services, and Europe’s top destination for foreign direct investment, the UK’s FPS sector is a global leader. 

The City of London Corporation acts on behalf of the UK-wide financial and professional services (FPS) sector. We work to ensure that the sector thrives domestically and to promote its global competitiveness. This underpins growth and investment across the country. 

Our latest Annual Review highlights key achievements from the past year: 

• Closing the £50bn business investment gap: boosting international capital flows and domestic action such as the Mansion House Compact. 
• Championing the UK for sustainable finance: co-launching the Transition Finance Council with government and hosting the Net Zero Delivery Summit. 
• Accelerating digital transformation: supporting innovation in areas including AI and digital verification to address emerging challenges and opportunities for FPS.  

This work continues: partnering with industry and policymakers – at home and globally. It drives dynamic economic growth in FPS - creating jobs, attracting investment, and supporting businesses – UK wide.