Notice 15 May 2025 securities, financial markets, regulation, compliance, options trading

📈SEC Notice on Amendments to Options Trading Rules

The SEC published a notice regarding MEMX LLC's proposal to amend its options trading rules, specifically Rules 18.7 and 18.9, concerning position and exercise limits. The proposed changes aim to align MEMX's rules with those of other exchanges, enhancing clarity and consistency, while ensuring compliance with existing regulatory frameworks.

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Notice 15 May 2025 sec, box exchange, options trading, financial markets, regulation, commodity-based trust shares

📈SEC Proposes Rule Change for Options on Commodity-Based Trust Shares

The SEC publishes a notice regarding a proposed rule change by BOX Exchange to amend trading regulations, specifically to permit options on Commodity-Based Trust Shares. This aims to enhance market efficiency and investor opportunities by aligning these options with existing ETF trading practices, reflecting a competitive environment in financial markets.

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Notice 14 May 2025 regulatory fee, financial markets, nasdaq bx, options trading, compliance

📈Nasdaq BX Proposes Temporary Increase in Options Regulatory Fee

The Securities and Exchange Commission has published a notice from Nasdaq BX, Inc. about a proposed temporary increase in the Options Regulatory Fee from $0.0005 to $0.0008 per contract side. This change, effective May 1, 2025, aims to better align regulatory revenue with the Exchange's operational costs and will revert to the previous rate after December 31, 2025.

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Notice 9 May 2025 financial markets, compliance, regulation, cftc, data reporting

📊CFTC Notice on Daily Trade Data Reporting Requirements

The Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC or Commission) is announcing an opportunity for public comment on the proposed renewal of a collection of certain information by the agency. Under the Paperwork Reduction Act (PRA), Federal agencies are required to publish notice in the Federal Register concerning each proposed collection of information, including proposed extension of an existing collection of information, and to allow 60 days for public comment. This notice solicits comments on the daily trade and supporting data reports that are submitted to CFTC related to reporting requirements on Reporting Markets, including Designated Contract Markets.

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Notice 5 May 2025 retail price improvement, trading, financial markets, securities regulation, sec, cboe

📈Cboe BYX Proposes Enhanced RPI Order for Securities Below $1

The Securities and Exchange Commission issued a notice regarding the proposed rule change by Cboe BYX Exchange to enhance its Retail Price Improvement Program (RPI) to include securities priced below $1. The extension of the Commission's review period allows for thorough consideration of the implications of the change, initially filed for public comment on March 13, 2025.

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Notice 5 May 2025 clearing member, business continuity, regulatory compliance, financial markets, lch sa, securities exchange commission

📊LCH SA's Proposed Rule Change on Clearing Member Testing Requirements

LCH SA is proposing amendments to its rulebook to require Clearing Members to participate in testing of business continuity and disaster recovery plans, as well as comply with new margin adequacy regulations. These changes aim to enhance operational resilience and compliance under the Securities Exchange Act. The proposal seeks comment from stakeholders and emphasizes the importance of thorough testing to maintain orderly market functions.

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Notice 5 May 2025 financial markets, securities regulation, investment, cboe bzx, cryptocurrency

📈Cboe BZX Proposed Rule Change for Franklin XRP Fund

The Cboe BZX Exchange has filed a proposed rule change to list and trade shares of the Franklin XRP Fund under the Commodity-Based Trust Shares regulation. The SEC has designated a longer review period, allowing more time to assess the implications of this proposal and gather feedback. The outcome will have notable impacts on cryptocurrency investment trading practices.

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Notice 5 May 2025 financial markets, securities regulation, investment, nyse arca, digital assets, compliance

📈NYSE Arca Proposes New Rules for Digital Asset Investments

The Securities and Exchange Commission has received a proposed rule change from NYSE Arca to implement new rules for the listing and trading of commodity- and digital asset-based investment interests. The Commission is extending the review period to thoroughly consider the implications and feedback on this proposal.

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Notice 25 Apr 2025 trading, investors exchange, options, compliance, regulations, risk management, financial markets

📈Proposed Rule Change on Options Trading by Investors Exchange

The Securities and Exchange Commission has instituted proceedings to evaluate a proposed rule change from Investors Exchange LLC regarding the trading of options. This includes rules for a new trading facility called IEX Options, with innovative features designed to enhance market maker protection and promote efficient trading practices. The proposal encourages public comment for thorough analysis and review.

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Notice 24 Apr 2025 financial markets, risk management, treasury securities, clearing agency, regulatory compliance, sec

💰SEC Evaluates CME Securities Clearing Agency Registration Application

The SEC is assessing CME Securities Clearing, Inc.'s application for registration as a clearing agency under the Securities Exchange Act. The review encompasses stakeholder feedback on risk management and regulatory capital considerations, aiming to ensure compliance and operational efficacy for market participants in handling U.S. Treasury securities transactions.

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