📈New Compliance Requirements for Non-Centrally Cleared Repo Transactions
The Office of Financial Research (the "Office") within the U.S. Department of the Treasury ("Treasury") is extending the compliance date for certain financial companies to report to the Office certain non-centrally cleared bilateral transactions in the U.S. repurchase agreement ("repo") market. This data collection requires daily reporting to the Office by certain brokers, dealers, and other financial companies with large exposures to non-centrally cleared bilateral repo ("NCCBR") transactions.
Learn More💰Proposed Rule Change for Osprey Bitcoin Trust Listing on BZX
The SEC published a notice regarding Cboe BZX Exchange's proposed rule change to list and trade shares of the Osprey Bitcoin Trust. The amendment aims to streamline the trust's trading process and enhance investor access to bitcoin through a regulated exchange. The proposal highlights compliance commitments and regulatory framework surrounding the trust’s operation.
Learn More🤝SEC Notice on Co-Investment Opportunities for Business Development Companies
The SEC issued a notice allowing certain business development companies to co-invest in portfolio companies, enhancing collaborative investment strategies. The application includes multiple LAGO entities seeking regulatory relief from restrictions under the Investment Company Act, thereby promoting joint investment opportunities beneficial for growth and diversification.
Learn More💰LTSE Proposes New Connectivity Fees for Market Participants
The Long-Term Stock Exchange (LTSE) has filed a proposed rule change to implement new connectivity fees, impacting both its members and non-members. These fees relate to physical and logical connectivity necessary for participants to interface with the Exchange's new trading system. The rule aims to recover costs associated with providing these connectivity services.
Learn More💼SEC Notice for Co-Investment Permitting in Investment Funds
The SEC has issued a notice regarding an application for an order to allow certain investment companies to co-invest in portfolio companies, which could facilitate joint transactions that are otherwise prohibited. The notice details the applicants and the procedure for any hearing requests related to the application.
Learn More💰SEC Notice
The SEC has issued a notice regarding the application from various investment companies for an order permitting joint transactions, otherwise prohibited under the Investment Company Act. The application aims to facilitate co-investment in portfolio companies among business development companies and closed-end management investment companies, promoting collaboration and enhanced investment strategies.
Learn More📈SEC Proposes Elimination of Position Limits on S&P 500 Options
The Securities and Exchange Commission announced a proposed rule change by Cboe Exchange to eliminate position and exercise limits for options overlying the S&P 500 Equal Weight and ESG Indexes. This change aims to provide market participants with enhanced trading flexibility and aligns these options with existing rules for other indices. The proposal is now open for public comment.
Learn More💰Cboe EDGX Increases Monthly Fees for 10 Gb Physical Ports
The Cboe EDGX Exchange has announced a proposal to increase the monthly fee for 10 Gb physical ports from $7,500 to $8,500. This change aims to support technological advancements and maintain service quality while aligning with industry standards. The proposed increase follows a period without adjustments since 2018 and is anticipated to affect market participants significantly.
Learn More💵Cboe Proposes Fee Increases for Legacy Silexx Trading Platforms
Cboe Exchange, Inc. has filed a notice with the SEC proposing to increase monthly fees for its Legacy Silexx trading platforms, effective April 1, 2025. The changes aim to encourage users to transition to newer platforms while covering administrative costs during the transition period. The adjustments apply uniformly to all users of the Legacy Platforms.
Learn More📈Proposed Changes to Exchange Rule 1308 on Supervisory Controls
The Securities and Exchange Commission has published a notice regarding a proposed rule change by the Miami International Securities Exchange. The amendment to Exchange Rule 1308 seeks to update the supervision of accounts, aligning annual reporting requirements with those of FINRA and NYSE, thereby enhancing compliance flexibility for Members while maintaining oversight effectiveness.
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