💰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💰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📈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.
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📈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💰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📊DOL Seeks Comments on Prohibited Transaction Class Exemption
The Department of Labor (DOL) is submitting this Employee Benefits Security Administration (EBSA)-sponsored information collection request (ICR) to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for review and approval in accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 (PRA). Public comments on the ICR are invited.
Learn More⏰Cboe BZX Extends Early Trading Session Hours to Enhance Liquidity
The Cboe BZX Exchange has proposed a rule change to extend its Early Trading Session hours from 7
Learn More📈SEC Proposed Rules on Crowdfunding for Intermediaries
The SEC is soliciting comments on proposed information collection rules for intermediaries under Regulation Crowdfunding. The rules detail compliance requirements for intermediaries to facilitate securities offerings, including registration, investor interactions, and disclosure obligations, emphasizing the need for operational transparency and accountability in crowdfunding activities.
Learn More📈Proposed Rule Change on Participant System Disruption by FICC
The Securities and Exchange Commission has published a notice regarding proposed amendments to the Fixed Income Clearing Corporation's Disruption Rules. These changes aim to streamline procedures for managing significant system disruptions affecting DTCC Systems Participants, enhancing compliance mechanisms and operational risk management within the financial services industry.
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