Notice 4 Aug 2025 securities, financial regulation, liquidity risk, options clearing, stress testing

💰OCC's Stress Testing Methodology Policy Amendments Approved

The Securities and Exchange Commission approved the Options Clearing Corporation's amendments to its Comprehensive Stress Testing and Clearing Fund Methodology. These changes enhance the organization's ability to manage credit and liquidity risks by adjusting scenario categorizations, streamlining methodologies, and improving calibration practices for risk assessment.

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Notice 16 Jul 2025 regulatory compliance, risk management, securities exchange, financial markets, exchanges, occ, options clearing

📈OCC Rule Change Proposal for Options Clearing Agreement Approved

The proposed rule change involves the adoption of a new Participant Exchange Agreement by the Options Clearing Corporation (OCC), replacing the outdated version. This update aims to align the terms with current regulations and practices while addressing financial risks and enhancing operational efficiency between the OCC and national securities exchanges.

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Notice 11 Feb 2025 options clearing, securities, financial regulation, margin, compliance, risk management

📈Margin Add-On Charge Proposed by Options Clearing Corporation

The Securities and Exchange Commission issued a notice regarding a proposed rule change by the Options Clearing Corporation to establish a margin add-on charge. This measure aims to mitigate risks associated with intraday and overnight trading, particularly focusing on the trading of short-dated options. The proposal includes various amendments addressing industry feedback and regulatory standards.

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