Notice 2 Jun 2025 securities exchange, investors exchange, liquidity, trading incentives, market quality program

💵IEX Introduces Supplemental Market Quality Program for Trading Liquidity

The Securities and Exchange Commission announces a proposed rule change by the Investors Exchange LLC (IEX) to amend its fee schedule and establish a Supplemental Market Quality Program. This initiative incentivizes member firms to enhance displayed trading liquidity through financial payments for qualifying activities, aiming to improve overall market conditions and trading efficiency.

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Notice 21 May 2025 financial regulations, options clearing corporation, securities exchange commission, liquidity, master repurchase agreement

💰OCC Proposes Changes to Master Repurchase Agreement for Liquidity

The Securities and Exchange Commission has issued a notice of no objection to The Options Clearing Corporation's proposed amendments to a Master Repurchase Agreement. These changes aim to enhance OCC's liquidity management and address risks associated with counterparty defaults, ultimately promoting financial stability in the options market.

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Notice 15 May 2025 exchange, regulation, securities, financial incentives, nasdaq, market, liquidity

💰Nasdaq Proposes New Fee Credits for Liquidity Providers

The Nasdaq Stock Market LLC proposed a rule change to amend its fee schedule, introducing new credits for members that exceed liquidity thresholds as designated liquidity providers for exchange-traded products. This initiative aims to enhance competitiveness and facilitate increased trading activity in specific securities, providing financial incentives to members.

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Notice 8 May 2025 cboe, options trading, financial regulation, liquidity, market participation, fees schedule

📈Analysis of Cboe's New Fee Schedule for SPEQX Options

The Securities and Exchange Commission has published notice regarding Cboe Exchange's proposed rule change to update its fees schedule for trading SPEQX options, including new transaction fees and programs designed to incentivize market participation. The changes are aimed at fostering liquidity and improving trading opportunities within the market for these specific options.

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Notice 7 May 2025 trading, exchange, incentives, regulation, securities, liquidity, market quality

💰IEX Proposes New Market Quality Incentives for Increased Liquidity

The Securities and Exchange Commission has published a notice regarding the Investors Exchange LLC's proposal to amend its fee schedule, establishing a Supplemental Market Quality Program. This initiative aims to boost displayed liquidity and order flow by providing financial incentives for members who meet specific trading activity criteria in designated securities.

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Notice 7 May 2025 trading, securities, financial regulation, investors exchange, liquidity, market structure

📉IEX Proposes Rule Change on Post Only Orders for Liquidity

The Investors Exchange LLC proposes a modification to its Post Only order type, requiring a minimum price improvement of $0.01 for execution upon entry. This change aims to encourage the posting of displayed liquidity and enhance market efficiency, aligning IEX with similar practices in other exchanges. The new rules are set to provide greater price determination for members and streamline trading operations.

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Notice 17 Apr 2025 finance, securities exchange, liquidity, cboe edga, trading fee schedule, market quality

📈Cboe EDGA Exchange Launches NBBO Setter Program for Market Quality

The Cboe EDGA Exchange has proposed a rule change to amend its Fee Schedule by introducing an NBBO Setter Program aimed at enhancing market quality in illiquid securities. This program features new fee code SS and a Definitions section for clarity, offering rebates to traders who set a better National Best Bid and Offer (NBBO). It emphasizes the need for competitive pricing in a dynamic market environment.

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Notice 14 Apr 2025 securities, memx, exchange fees, liquidity, market incentives, quotes

📈MEMX Announces New Tape C Quoting Tier for Equities Trading

The Securities and Exchange Commission has published a notice regarding MEMX LLC's proposed rule change, introducing the Tape C Quoting Tier. This amendment aims to provide additive rebates for trading in Tape C securities, thereby enhancing liquidity and market quality, allowing for improved trading conditions within a competitive exchange landscape.

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Notice 11 Apr 2025 exchange, regulation, securities, trading fees, liquidity, market makers

💹Proposed Changes to NYSE American Fees May Impact Trading Strategies

The NYSE American LLC has filed a notice regarding proposed amendments to transaction fees and credits for Electronic Designated Market Makers. These changes aim to enhance liquidity and competitiveness in the market, responding to the evolving trading landscape and investor needs. The proposal includes introducing a new higher credit option for eDMMs to incentivize increased liquidity provision.

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Notice 11 Apr 2025 sec, investment, financial regulation, cryptocurrency, etfs, liquidity

💰SEC Proposes Rule Change for In-Kind ETF Transactions

The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has published a notice regarding the proposed rule change by the Cboe BZX Exchange to allow in-kind creations and redemptions for the Franklin Bitcoin ETF, Franklin Ethereum ETF, and the Franklin Crypto Index ETF. This change aims to enhance market efficiency and liquidity for authorized participants, impacting the trading dynamics of these funds.

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