U.S. SEC unveils rules to better oversee security-based swap execution REUTERS A U.S. markets regulator on Wednesday will propose new rules that would require platforms that execute trades of security-based swaps to register with the agency in a bid to increase the transparency of the over-the-counter derivatives market. read more »
SEC: Takeover Bid of Fortune 500 Company was a Sham SEC The Securities and Exchange Commission today charged Melville ten Cate, a U.S. citizen residing abroad, with fraud stemming from his allegedly phony offer to purchase Textron – a large U.S.-listed aircraft, defense, and industrial company. read more »
U.S. SEC set to unveil tighter rules on blank-check companies REUTERS The U.S. securities regulator on Wednesday will unveil a proposal to tighten its rules on special purpose acquisition companies (SPACs) after a frenzy of deals in 2020 and early 2021 sparked concerns some investors are getting a raw deal. read more » U.S. SEC issues new guidance for brokers, advisors on investment recommendations REUTERS
Wall Street regulator proposes to expand the definition of broker-dealers REUTERS The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) on Monday proposed expanding the definition of broker-dealers and mandating that Principal Trading Firms (PTFs) must register with the agency. read more »
SEC’s Gensler: Make ESG stock fund labels as clear as fat-free versus whole milk MARKETWATCH That’s Securities and Exchange Commission Chair Gary Gensler taking to Twitter on Tuesday to make a case for better labeling, essentially tougher regulation, on the fast-growing market segment that bills itself as a way to do good and earn a profit. read more »
SEC Obtains Final Judgment Against Former Pharmaceutical Company CEO Ordering a Permanent Officer and Director Bar and $1.3 Million in Penalties SEC