📈Notice on Proposed Rule Changes for Clearing Agencies by SEC
The Securities and Exchange Commission issued a notice regarding proposed rule changes from The Depository Trust Company, Fixed Income Clearing Corporation, and National Securities Clearing Corporation. These changes aim to modify existing disruption rules to enhance operational resiliency and address system disconnects, with a longer review period designated for comprehensive evaluation.
Learn More📈Nasdaq GEMX Discontinues Proposed Options Regulatory Fee Model
Nasdaq GEMX proposes to discontinue the Options Regulatory Fee model scheduled for June 2025 due to feedback from members and an upcoming technology migration at the OCC. The Exchange is evaluating a new model focused solely on on-exchange transactions, aiming for fairness and simplicity in fee assessments.
Learn More📜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.
Learn More📈SEC Proposes Allocation of Regulatory Responsibilities Between FINRA and 24X
The SEC has announced a proposed plan for the allocation of regulatory responsibilities between FINRA and 24X National Exchange, aimed at reducing regulatory duplication and compliance costs for firms that are members of both organizations. This plan will enable enhanced coordination and oversight within the financial securities industry.
Learn More📊Cboe Proposes Fee Discounts for Academic Trading Data Purchasers
The Securities and Exchange Commission has published a notice from Cboe EDGA Exchange proposing a rule change to update its fee schedule. The change introduces a discount program for qualifying academic institutions purchasing historical U.S. equity short volume and trade reports, aiming to encourage academic research and studies in the equities market.
Learn More💰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.
Learn More📉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.
Learn More📈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.
Learn More⏱️SEC Grants Temporary Exemptive Relief on Timestamp Granularity
The SEC has granted temporary conditional exemptive relief to Participants from certain timestamp granularity requirements under the CAT NMS Plan. This relief is aimed at reducing compliance costs and maintaining market integrity while ensuring adequate regulatory data sequencing, reflecting current industry practices.
Learn More📈Mandatory Reporting for Foreign-Resident Holdings of U.S. Securities
By this Notice the Department of the Treasury is informing the public that it is conducting a mandatory survey of foreign-residents' holdings of U.S. securities, including selected money market instruments, as of June 30, 2025. This mandatory survey is conducted under the authority of the International Investment and Trade in Services Survey Act. This Notice constitutes legal notification to all United States persons (defined below) who meet the reporting requirements set forth in this Notice that they must respond to, and comply with, this survey. Additional copies of the reporting forms SHLA (2025) and instructions may be printed from the internet at: https:// home.treasury.gov/data/treasury-international-capital-tic-system-home- page/tic-forms-instructions/forms-shl.
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