📈SEC Proposed Collection on Rule 604
The SEC is soliciting comments on the proposed collection of information under Rule 604, which requires the disclosure of customer limit orders. This rule aims to enhance market transparency, helping investors access better execution prices and facilitating a national market system for securities.
Learn More💼SEC Notice on Co-Investment for Business Development Companies
The Securities and Exchange Commission released a notice regarding an application from Ellington Credit Company and affiliates. The application seeks an order to allow certain business development companies and investment firms to co-invest in portfolio companies, potentially altering the landscape for joint transactions under the Investment Company Act.
Learn More📈SEC Extends Decision Period on Investment Company Rule Change
The SEC published a notice regarding a proposed rule change by Cboe BZX Exchange that aims to exempt certain closed-end management investment companies from the annual meeting of shareholders requirement. A decision by the SEC will be made by September 4, 2025, allowing for sufficient time to review the rule and comments.
Learn More📄SEC's Proposed Rule 194 Impacts Security-Based Swap Dealers
The SEC is soliciting comments regarding the proposed collection of information under Rule of Practice 194, which governs applications for statutory disqualifications among security-based swap dealers. The notice outlines the required process and burden hours for compliance, reflecting on the anticipated low volume of applications and notices.
Learn More⏰FINRA Proposes Rule Change to Extend Trade Reporting Hours
The Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA) proposes to amend its rules to extend the operating hours of its Trade Reporting Facilities from 8 a.m. to 4 a.m. Eastern Time. This change aims to facilitate real-time reporting and public dissemination of OTC trades in National Market System stocks executed during early morning hours, enhancing market transparency.
Learn More📜SEC Approves Regulatory Responsibility Allocation Among SROs
The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has approved amendments to a regulatory plan for allocating responsibilities among various self-regulatory organizations (SROs). This plan aims to foster cooperation, eliminate regulatory duplication, and enhance compliance efforts for broker-dealers that belong to multiple SROs, ultimately supporting a more efficient regulatory framework in the financial markets.
Learn More📈Rule 18a-2
The SEC is soliciting comments on the proposed Rule 18a-2, which establishes capital requirements and risk management controls for nonbank major security-based swap participants. It mandates that these firms maintain positive tangible net worth and implement internal risk management systems, leading to potential significant start-up and compliance costs.
Learn More📈SEC Proposes Collection for Rule 18a-1 Compliance
The SEC is soliciting comments on proposed information collection under Rule 18a-1, which governs net capital requirements for stand-alone security-based swap dealers. The rule mandates risk management protocols and specifies documentation related to equity withdrawals and subordinated loans, aimed at ensuring sufficient liquidity and orderly liquidation in case of default.
Learn More📈SEC Application for Co-Investment Transactions Notice
The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has issued a notice regarding Ardian Access LLC's application for permission to conduct certain joint transactions involving registered closed-end management investment companies and affiliated entities. This notice includes filing details, applicant information, and potential for hearing requests from interested parties.
Learn More📈SEC Notice on Co-Investment Opportunity for Investment Companies
The SEC issued a notice regarding First Trust and other applicants seeking approval for co-investment in portfolio companies, potentially enabling joint transactions among investment companies. This notice outlines the procedural aspects and application details as required under the Investment Company Act of 1940, emphasizing compliance and regulatory requirements for involved parties.
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