💳MIAX Sapphire Updates Alternative Payment Rules for Members
The Securities and Exchange Commission has published a notice from MIAX Sapphire proposing changes to Exchange Rule 208, enabling members to provide alternative payment instructions for fee collections, subject to exchange approval. This aims to ease operational burdens related to payment processes with the Clearing Corporation.
Learn More💼NYSE Proposes New Rule for Principal Underwriters in IPOs
The Securities and Exchange Commission notices a proposed rule change by the New York Stock Exchange, introducing new requirements for principal underwriters involved in initial listings. This includes establishing a category of Limited Underwriting Members, impacting how businesses engage in underwriting for public offerings.
Learn More📈ICE Clear Credit's Proposed Rule Change on CDS Reference Obligations
ICE Clear Credit LLC has proposed changes to its rules regarding Contract Reference Obligations for Credit Default Swap contracts. This change aims to enhance clarity and transparency in the selection process, ensuring timely and accurate market representations while incorporating public consultations to address any potential objections.
Learn More💰Proposed Changes to Capital Plan Rule and Stress Capital Buffer
The Board is inviting public comment on a notice of proposed rulemaking (the proposal) that would amend the calculation of the Board's stress capital buffer requirement applicable to certain large bank holding companies, savings and loan holding companies, U.S. intermediate holding companies of foreign banking organizations, and nonbank financial companies supervised by the Board to reduce the volatility of the stress capital buffer requirement. The proposal would use the average of the maximum common equity tier 1 capital declines projected in each of the Board's prior two annual supervisory stress tests to inform a firm's stress capital buffer requirement. The proposal would also extend the annual effective date of the stress capital buffer requirement by one quarter, to January 1, to provide additional time for firms to comply with the requirement. In addition, the proposal would make changes to the FR Y-14A/Q/M reports to collect additional net income data that would improve the accuracy of the stress capital buffer requirement calculation, as well as remove data items that are no longer needed to conduct the supervisory stress test. The changes in the proposal are not designed to materially affect overall capital requirements and would decrease regulatory reporting burden.
Learn More📊SEC Extends Review Period for Proposed Amendment to Audit Trail Plan
The SEC has extended the review period for a proposed amendment to the Consolidated Audit Trail governing reporting requirements. Designed to include more verbal and floor activity, this amendment aims to enhance oversight within the National Market System Plan. The Commission is allowing additional time to assess policy issues and comments related to the proposal.
Learn More📈SEC Meeting Notice on Legal Matters and Administrative Proceedings
The Securities and Exchange Commission is scheduled to hold a closed meeting on April 24, 2025, focusing on various legal and administrative matters including injunctive actions, litigation, and enforcement proceedings. The meeting will be attended by key staff and is closed to the public, emphasizing confidentiality in regulatory discussions.
Learn More📈Proposed Rule Changes for Market Makers on NYSE Texas
The Securities and Exchange Commission published a notice regarding NYSE Texas's proposed rule changes to reintroduce and update market maker regulations. Key amendments include new definitions and operational standards, which aim to enhance market quality, competitiveness, and investor protection while aligning with affiliated exchanges' rules.
Learn More📈SEC Notice on Investment Company Exemption for Multiple Share Classes
This SEC notice addresses an application under the Investment Company Act for HPS Corporate Lending Fund and affiliates seeking an exemption to issue various classes of shares. It outlines potential hearing processes and relevant contacts while providing a framework for how regulated entities may adjust their share issuance practices.
Learn More💹SEC Notice
The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has issued a notice regarding the proposed rule change by the Miami International Securities Exchange to allow options trading on the VanEck Bitcoin Trust. This rule amendment is intended to enhance market access for investors looking to gain exposure to Bitcoin, providing them with new tools for hedging and trading while adhering to regulatory standards.
Learn More📊ICC's Governance Playbook Revision to Enhance Risk Management
ICE Clear Credit has filed a proposed rule change revising its Governance Playbook to establish a new Board Risk Committee. This initiative is intended to improve oversight of risk management within ICC, ensuring better compliance and operational efficiency in the clearing of securities transactions and derivatives. The changes will enhance transparency and governance in risk oversight.
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