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Stephen Bliss Comment On Regulatory Notice 22-08

No enhancements to current rules are required. It is the responsibility of the individual investor to educate him/her self on the advantages and disadvantages (AKA risks) of using these investment instruments. Claiming to be "confused" after incurring a loss is disingenuous and should not be considered a legitimate excuse unless the individual can prove that he/she was misled by an investment advisor.

Bill Hannigan Comment On Regulatory Notice 22-08

Comments: Active investors are fully aware of the advantages and disadvantages of the instruments they invest in - most seek advice or read up on how they function. Exchange Traded Funds (ETFs) are by no means, whether regular or inverse, complicated in how they move with the indices or stocks they hold. The calculation of leveraged funds is complex; however, investors fully understand how they move with the underlying markets. Regulation might assist in protection from the asset's value being disproportionate to market moves.

Michael McBride Comment On Regulatory Notice 22-08

Comments: I have been using these type of accounts for awhile now. If used sparingly and watch closely they can enhance your porfolio. There is inherent risk, but that is with everything. These don't really move any different than any index funds. They allow you the flexibility and protection at times of turbulence in the markets. I would never suggest anyone putting a large percentage into any one stock or even index. So, use it to add to your portfolio don't make them your portfolio. That's exactly what Direxion says as well.