Notice 8 May 2025 compliance, sec, regulation, securities, financial services, sro

📜SEC Seeks Comments on Proposed Rule 31 and Form R31 Extension

The Securities and Exchange Commission announces a request for comments on the proposed collection of information under Rule 31 and Form R31. This collection aims to assess and adjust fees from national securities exchanges based on transaction volumes, requiring monthly reporting to ensure compliance with the Securities Exchange Act. The SEC invites input on the practicality and utility of this information gathering process.

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Notice 7 May 2025 sec, regulatory compliance, options clearing corporation, financial stability, recovery plan

📈OCC's Proposed Rule Change for Recovery and Wind-Down Plan

The Securities and Exchange Commission has published a notice concerning the proposed rule change by the Options Clearing Corporation, aimed at modifying its Recovery and Orderly Wind-Down Plan. This initiative intends to align with recently adopted SEC rules, enhancing transparency and efficacy in financial stability during extreme market conditions by identifying core services and necessary staffing roles.

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Notice 7 May 2025 sec, regulation, finance, securities, risk management, icc

📈ICC Proposes Changes to Risk Management and Margin Policies

The SEC approved ICC's proposed rule changes to its Risk Parameter Setting and Review Policy, enhancing its risk management framework. The updates include daily adjustments to risk parameters and improved documentation methods, aiming to mitigate procyclicality and ensure timely responses to market conditions. These changes are designed to bolster the robustness of clearing operations and safeguard financial stability.

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Notice 7 May 2025 sec, regulation, investment, co-investment, business development companies

🤝SEC Notice on Co-Investment Application for Business Development Companies

The SEC has issued a notice regarding an application for an order under the Investment Company Act of 1940. This order seeks to permit specific business development companies and investment entities to engage in joint transactions, allowing co-investment in portfolio companies, potentially enhancing collaboration among investment firms.

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Notice 7 May 2025 sec, business compliance, financial regulation, investment companies, exemptions

💼SEC Notice for Virtus Fund Exemptions Impacting Investment Companies

The SEC has issued a notice regarding an application from Virtus Global Credit Opportunities Fund seeking exemptions under the Investment Company Act of 1940. This includes permission for multiple share classes and the ability to implement asset-based distribution fees, which could reshape service offerings for investment companies.

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Notice 6 May 2025 compliance, sec, regulation, securities, meetings, enforcement, legal actions

⚖️SEC Notice

The SEC will hold a closed meeting to address various legal and enforcement issues, including the institution of injunctive actions and administrative proceedings. Attendees will include Commissioners and legal counsel, discussing urgent matters that could influence regulatory strategies and compliance for businesses in the securities sector.

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Notice 6 May 2025 sec, regulation, investment, business development, co-investment

📈SEC Notice on Co-Investment for Franklin Lexington Fund

The SEC has issued a notice regarding an application from various Franklin Lexington entities to allow business development companies and investment firms to co-invest in portfolio companies. This regulatory change may provide new opportunities for joint transactions that are typically prohibited, thereby enhancing investment capabilities and collaboration among companies.

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Notice 5 May 2025 sec, regulatory compliance, securities, investment, financial services, mutual funds

📈SEC Notice on Investment Company Act Exemption Request

The Securities and Exchange Commission released a notice regarding an application from Align Alternative Access Fund and Sovereign Financial Group, Inc. for an exemption under the Investment Company Act of 1940. The application seeks permission for registered closed-end investment companies to issue various classes of shares with differing sales loads and service fees, impacting their operational strategy and regulatory compliance.

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Notice 5 May 2025 sec, rule change, cryptocurrency, cboe bzx exchange, staking, fidelity ethereum fund

💹Cboe BZX Exchange Proposes Rule Change for Fidelity Ethereum Fund

The Cboe BZX Exchange has filed a proposed rule change with the SEC to amend the regulations governing the listing and trading of Fidelity Ethereum Fund shares, allowing for staking. The SEC has extended the review period for this proposal to ensure thorough consideration of its potential impact and issues raised.

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Notice 5 May 2025 sec, financial services, business compliance, cryptocurrency, regulatory meetings

📅SEC Changes Crypto Task Force Meeting Date - Business Implications

The SEC announces a change in the meeting date for the Crypto Task Force roundtable, originally set for June 6, 2025, now rescheduled to June 9, 2025. For more information, contact the Office of the Secretary.

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