Notice 8 May 2025 nyse, options trading, market liquidity, financial regulation, investor incentives

📈NYSE American Options Fee Schedule Waived for May-July 2025

The Securities and Exchange Commission has announced a proposed rule change from NYSE American LLC to waive the maximum combined credits for Floor Broker firms in their Options Fee Schedule for May, June, and July 2025. This change aims to support liquidity and encourage continued business engagement on the Exchange amidst market volatility.

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Notice 8 May 2025 compliance, financial services, nasdaq, options trading, regulatory fees

📉Nasdaq PHLX Discontinues Options Regulatory Fee Model Proposal

The Securities and Exchange Commission announced Nasdaq PHLX's proposal to discontinue its Options Regulatory Fee model scheduled for June 2025, following feedback regarding necessary trading data availability. This decision leads to ongoing evaluation and potential reform of the ORF model, aiming for more equitable regulatory fees in future transactions.

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Notice 8 May 2025 regulations, securities, options trading, market liquidity, financial instruments

📈Proposed Rule Change for FLEX Options to Allow Cash Settlement

The Securities and Exchange Commission announced amendments to the rules governing FLEX Options, enabling cash settlement for certain equity securities. This change aims to enhance trading opportunities and provide risk management tools for market participants, ultimately promoting market liquidity and transparency. The Exchange expects this will spur competition with the OTC market and broaden access to these financial instruments.

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Notice 6 May 2025 securities, options trading, financial regulation, index options, u.s. equity market

📈B500 Index Options Trading Approval

The Securities and Exchange Commission approved the Miami International Securities Exchange's proposal to list and trade options on the Bloomberg US Large Cap Price Return Index (B500 Index), enhancing investment alternatives. The options include A.M.-settled and P.M.-settled contracts, aiming to provide investors with effective hedging mechanisms while maintaining a fair market environment.

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Notice 1 May 2025 sec, cboe, financial regulations, options trading, rule changes

📈Cboe Options Proposed Rule Change for Extended Trading Hours

The Securities and Exchange Commission released a notice regarding a proposed rule change by Cboe Exchange, Inc., which aims to allow specific expiring A.M.-settled index options and Volatility Index options to trade during the global trading hours preceding their expiration date. The Commission extended the review period, designating June 15, 2025, for action on this proposal.

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Notice 1 May 2025 cboe, options trading, securities regulation, bzx exchange, commodity trust shares

📈SEC Extends Review Period for Cboe BZX Options Trading Proposal

The SEC has announced a longer review period for Cboe BZX's proposed rule change to amend its regulations regarding the listing and trading of options on Commodity-Based Trust Shares. This decision enables additional time for thorough evaluation and public comment on the proposal, which could alter trading dynamics in the sector.

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Notice 1 May 2025 regulatory changes, cboe, securities and exchange commission, options trading, commodity-based trust shares

📈Cboe Exchange's Proposed Rule Change for Options Trading Approval

The SEC has extended the period for action on a proposed rule change by Cboe Exchange to allow the listing of options on Commodity-Based Trust Shares. The decision aims to provide the Commission adequate time to consider the proposal, impacting trading practices within the options market.

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Notice 1 May 2025 regulation, securities, nyse american, options trading, commodity-based trust shares

📈SEC Notice on NYSE American Options Trading Rule Change

The SEC has acknowledged a proposed rule change by NYSE American LLC to amend Rule 915, allowing the listing and trading of options on Commodity-Based Trust Shares. The Commission has extended its review period to ensure a thorough evaluation of the implications associated with this significant amendment.

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Notice 1 May 2025 regulation, securities, options trading, miami international securities exchange, commodity-based trust shares

📈SEC Announces Extended Review for Proposed Rule Change on Options

The SEC has designated a longer review period for Miami International Securities Exchange's proposed amendment to Exchange Rule 402, which allows the listing and trading of options on Commodity-Based Trust Shares. This extended timeline provides the Commission ample opportunity to consider the implications of the rule change.

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Notice 24 Apr 2025 nyse american, options trading, market liquidity, financial regulation, floor brokers

📈NYSE American Waives Options Fee Cap for April 2025

The NYSE American proposes to waive the combined cap on Floor Broker credits for QCC trades for April 2025, encouraging continued order flow to the Exchange amidst heightened market activity. This adjustment aims to enhance liquidity and incentivize brokers to maintain transactions on the Exchange, thereby improving market quality for participants.

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