📊Amendments to Form PF Reporting Requirements for Private Funds
The Commodity Futures Trading Commission ("CFTC") and the Securities and Exchange Commission ("SEC") (collectively, "we" or "Commissions") are adopting amendments to Form PF, the confidential reporting form for certain SEC-registered investment advisers to private funds, including those that also are registered with the CFTC as a commodity pool operator ("CPO") or commodity trading adviser ("CTA"). The amendments correct certain errors in Form PF.
Learn More📄SEC Seeks Comments on Proposed Rule 204-3 for Investment Advisers
The SEC is soliciting comments on Rule 204-3, which mandates that investment advisers provide clients with brochures and updates at the start of their advisory relationship and annually thereafter. This rule aims to enhance transparency about advisers' qualifications, practices, and disciplinary history, fostering informed client decisions.
Learn More📄SEC Notice
The SEC announces a request for extension of Rule 0-2 and Form ADV-NR, which facilitates service of process on non-resident investment advisers. This aims to ensure accountability for entities operating in the U.S. market but not residing domestically, specifying necessary filing procedures and compliance within federal securities laws.
Learn More📄SEC Notice on Information Collection for Rule 0-4 Compliance
The SEC is proposing an extension for Rule 0-4 under the Advisers Act, which prescribes application requirements for exemptive relief. The notice solicits comments on the information collection process, allowing stakeholders to provide input on its necessity, utility, and burden on applicants.
Learn More📝Extension of Compliance Date for Form PF Reporting Requirements
The Commodity Futures Trading Commission ("CFTC") and the Securities and Exchange Commission ("SEC") (collectively, "we" or "Commissions") are extending the compliance date for the amendments to Form PF that were adopted on February 8, 2024, from March 12, 2025 to June 12, 2025. Form PF is the confidential reporting form for certain SEC-registered investment advisers to private funds, including those that also are registered with the CFTC as a commodity pool operator ("CPO") or commodity trading adviser ("CTA").
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