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Get the latest news and insights on the Securities and Exchange Commission's' financial regulations (such as Regulation Best Interest), enforcement actions and related activities.
SEC Isn't Considering Short-Selling Ban: Gensler
By Ben BainCritics have argued such measures are needed because recent declines in some bank stocks have little to do with a lender's outlook.
May 11, 2023
HSBC, Scotia Capital Hit With SEC Text Message FinesBoth firms admitted their employees often communicated about securities business using platforms like WhatsApp.
May 10, 2023
Climate Impact Rule Likely on the Ropes: SEC RoundupThe SEC didn't adequately consider whether investors even care about climate disclosures, former commissioner Paul Atkins says.
May 09, 2023
SEC Custody Rule Plan Would Hurt Annuity Access: IRIThe trade group wants the SEC to add an exception to allow insurers to act in lieu of qualified custodians.
May 05, 2023
SEC Marketing Rule Enforcement Actions Could Be on Their WayRecent SEC exams have found "serious" marketing rule-related deficiencies, IAA's associate general counsel says.
May 05, 2023
SEC Hits Firm, Advisor Over Leveraged ETFs in PortfoliosThey breached their fiduciary duty by failing to understand these funds' substantial risks, the SEC said.
May 03, 2023
$20M Securities Scam Targeted Church Members, DOJ, SEC SayThe scammer invoked his Christian faith and attributed his success to divine intervention, the SEC said.
May 03, 2023
SEC Boosts Private Fund Reporting RequirementsFund advisors will be required to make timely reports of certain events that could point to stress or systemic risk.