6 Aug 2025
📉Nasdaq MRX Proposes Decrease in Options Regulatory Fee Effective 2026
Self-Regulatory Organizations; Nasdaq MRX, LLC; Notice of Filing and Immediate Effectiveness of a Proposed Rule Change To Decrease the Options Regulatory Fee (ORF) as of January 2, 2026
Summary
The Nasdaq MRX has filed a notice to decrease the Options Regulatory Fee, reducing it from $0.0139 to $0.0116 per contract side, effective January 2, 2026. This proposal follows a review of the Exchange's regulatory costs and fees and aims to align the ORF with expected regulatory expenses, benefiting market participants.
Agencies
- Securities and Exchange Commission
Business Impact
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The proposed decrease in the Options Regulatory Fee (ORF) from $0.0139 to $0.0116 per contract side starting January 2, 2026, directly impacts business costs for members trading on Nasdaq MRX. This may enhance profitability for options trading firms and affect their pricing strategies.