16 Sep 2025
📈NSCC Proposes Rule Change to Amend CNS Fails Charge
Self-Regulatory Organizations; National Securities Clearing Corporation; Notice of Filing of Proposed Rule Change To Amend the CNS Fails Charge in the NSCC Rules
Summary
The SEC published a notice regarding the NSCC's proposed amendments to the CNS Fails Charge, aiming to modify how margin charges are assessed on short and long positions that do not settle. Key changes include discontinuing charges on long positions and introducing percentage rates based on the duration of outstanding fails.
Agencies
- Securities and Exchange Commission
Business Impact
$$$ - High
The proposed changes to the CNS Fails Charge can significantly impact members' cost structures based on their positions and risk profiles. Eliminating the charge for Long Positions may reduce financial burdens for affected members, while new percentage charges based on duration may increase costs for others, influencing operational strategy.