💵ICE Clear Credit Launches Client Volume Incentive Program
The SEC has announced ICE Clear Credit's proposed rule change to modify its fee schedule, introducing a Client Volume Incentive Program. This program will provide automatic tiered discounts based on clients' annual billed fees, encouraging increased engagement with credit default swap clearing services. The initiative aims to enhance market participation while maintaining equitable fees among all clients.
Learn More📉Nasdaq Proposes Rule Change to Streamline Listing Fees Regulations
The Securities and Exchange Commission is considering a Nasdaq proposal to remove outdated provisions related to listing fees and standards. This change aims to enhance the clarity and efficacy of Nasdaq's regulatory framework, ultimately benefiting companies listed on the exchange by eliminating unnecessary complexities and promoting better compliance with current standards.
Learn More📈Nasdaq's Proposed Rule Change for Grayscale Avalanche Trust Shares
The SEC has published a notice regarding the proposed listing and trading of shares of Grayscale Avalanche Trust (AVAX) on Nasdaq. This includes compliance details and the Trust's operational framework, enabling investors to gain exposure to AVAX through an exchange-traded product, reflecting the ongoing evolution of cryptocurrency investment options in regulated markets.
Learn More💵NYSE Arca Proposes New Fees for Midpoint Ping Routing Strategy
The NYSE Arca has filed a proposed rule change with the SEC to amend its Equities Fees and Charges by introducing fees for orders routed via the Midpoint Ping routing strategy. This change aims to enhance access to midpoint liquidity across trading venues and reflects the competitive dynamics in the marketplace. The implementation of these fees is expected to affect trading practices among market participants.
Learn More💰Proposed Rule Change on ICC Treasury Operations Policies & Procedures
The SEC has published a notice regarding ICE Clear Credit LLC's proposed rule change to amend its Treasury Operations Policies and Procedures. The proposed changes aim to formalize and improve transparency regarding intraday margin call processes, ensuring effective risk management and compliance with regulatory standards in securities transactions and derivative agreements.
Learn More📉Treasury Direct Final Rule on Eliminating Unnecessary Regulations
Pursuant to an Executive order, the Department of the Treasury (Treasury) is conducting a review of existing regulations, with the goal of reducing regulatory burden by revoking or revising existing regulations that meet the criteria set forth in the Executive order. In support of that objective, this direct final rule streamlines titles 12 and 31 of the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) by removing regulations that are no longer necessary or no longer have any current or future applicability.
Learn More💼SEC Notice on Investment Company Exemption for Share Classes
The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has issued a notice concerning an application from Monroe Capital BDC Advisors, LLC, seeking an exemption under the Investment Company Act to allow certain registered closed-end investment companies to issue multiple classes of shares with varying fees. Interested parties may request a hearing on this application.
Learn More📈Cboe’s Approval for Fidelity Ethereum Fund Options Trading
The SEC has approved Cboe Exchange’s proposed rule change to list and trade options on the Fidelity Ethereum Fund, enhancing market access for investors seeking exposure to Ethereum. This change supports trading efficiency, transparency, and investor protection, facilitating opportunities in the emerging digital asset marketplace.
Learn More💰Cboe BZX Exchange Proposes New Fees for Unitized Logical Ports
The Cboe BZX Exchange has proposed a rule change to establish fees for new Unitized Logical Ports on its equity options platform and introduce Average Daily Quote and Order fees. This aims to regulate market resource usage while providing businesses with enhanced connectivity options for trading activities.
Learn More💰SEC Notice on Co-Investment Opportunities for Blue Owl Capital
The Securities and Exchange Commission issued a notice regarding Blue Owl Capital Corporation's application for an order allowing certain business development companies to co-invest in portfolio companies. This order aims to streamline terms compared to previous orders and involves various affiliated entities under Blue Owl Capital, thus modifying regulatory compliance for co-investments.
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