Template:Nutshell COBS 2.3.1
2.3.1 A firm must not give or receive any benefit benefit relating to client business except:
- (1) Client Benefits: one the client pays forTemplate:Nutshell COBS 2.3.1/receives directly; or
- (2) Third Party Benefits: a third party paysTemplate:Nutshell COBS 2.3.1/receives if:
- (a) No impairment: it does not impair the firm’s duty to act in the client’s best interests; and
- (b) Full disclosure: the firm fully discloses it before providing it; and
- (c) Service enhancement: it enhances the quality of the firm’s service to the client; or
- (3) Ancillary Benefits: one that facilitates designated investment business or ancillary services and doesn’t conflict with the client’s interests (eg custody, clearing or exchange fees, legal fees, etc.)