📈SEC Notice on Venerable Variable Insurance Trust Exemption Application
The SEC has issued a notice regarding an application from Venerable Variable Insurance Trust and Venerable Investment Advisers, LLC, seeking an exemption under the Investment Company Act. This exemption would allow the approval of sub-advisory agreements without the need for in-person meetings, aiming to streamline governance and operational processes for the trust's board of trustees.
Learn More📈SEC Proposes Exemption for Closed-End Funds from Annual Meetings
The SEC is considering a new rule allowing Closed-End Funds listed from May 20, 2025, onward to be exempt from annual shareholder meetings, streamlining operations and potentially enhancing market participation. This change aims to protect shareholders while encouraging the formation of new funds by reducing regulatory burdens associated with costly annual meetings.
Learn More💼SEC Notice on Co-Investment Application for Business Development Companies
The SEC released a notice regarding the Coller Secondaries Private Equity Opportunities Fund's application for co-investment permissions under the Investment Company Act. This allows specified investment companies to collaborate on investments, enhancing their operational flexibility and potential funding strategies. Interested parties can request a hearing regarding this application.
Learn More💰Adjustment of Civil Monetary Penalties by SBA for 2025
The Small Business Administration (SBA) is amending its regulations to adjust for inflation the amount of certain civil monetary penalties that are within the jurisdiction of the agency. These adjustments comply with the requirement in the Federal Civil Penalties Inflation Adjustment Act of 1990, as amended by the Federal Civil Penalties Inflation Adjustment Act Improvements Act of 2015, to make annual adjustments to the penalties.
Learn More📈SEC Notice on Coatue Innovation Fund's Co-Investment Application
The SEC has issued a notice regarding the Coatue Innovation Fund's application for an order that would allow certain business development companies and associated investment entities to co-invest in portfolio companies, permitting transactions typically restricted under the Investment Company Act of 1940. The document outlines the application details and implications for involved parties.
Learn More🤝SEC Notice on Golub Capital BDC Joint Transactions Application
The SEC has issued a notice regarding an application by Golub Capital BDC and affiliates for permission to co-invest in portfolio companies. This request seeks to circumvent certain restrictions under the Investment Company Act to allow collaborative investment opportunities among various BDCs and affiliated entities, enhancing their operational flexibility.
Learn More💼SEC Notice for Joint Transactions in Investment Companies
The SEC has issued a notice regarding an application from 5C Lending Partners Corp. and associated entities, seeking an order to allow business development companies to co-invest in portfolio companies with affiliated investment firms. This application involves overcoming restrictions within the Investment Company Act of 1940, paving the way for collaborative financial operations among these entities.
Learn More📈SEC Notice
The SEC issued a notice regarding an application under the Investment Company Act for an exemption allowing certain registered closed-end investment companies to issue multiple classes of shares. This includes permission for imposing asset-based distribution fees and early withdrawal charges, highlighting regulatory adjustments in the investment landscape. Interested parties may request a hearing on the application.
Learn More📊SEC Rule 17j-1
The Securities and Exchange Commission has submitted a request for extending Rule 17j-1, addressing conflicts of interest among investment company personnel. The rule mandates specific procedures, including the adoption of codes of ethics, reporting obligations, and oversight measures aimed at protecting fund investors from potential abuses.
Learn More📈SEC Notice on Adams Street Investment Company Exemption Application
The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) issued a notice regarding the application by Adams Street Private Equity Navigator Fund LLC and Adams Street Advisors, LLC, seeking an exemption under the Investment Company Act. This exemption would allow for multiple classes of shares and impose fees, providing a framework for enhanced investment management practices.
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