SEC Approves Consolidated FINRA Rule Governing Fidelity Bonds
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On November 3, 1998, the Securitiesand Exchange Commission (SEC)issued a No-Action Letter to clarify itsposition under SEC Rule 15c3-1 (NetCapital Rule) regarding the
SEC Approves Supplemental Inventory Schedule
Broker-dealers that recommend or sell private placements have additional requirements under FINRA and SEC rules. These requirements include:Filing certain offering documentsEnsuring the suitability of any investments they recommendFiling RequirementsTwo FINRA rules require firms to file certain offering documents and information about the issuer, the offering terms, and the firms selling the
Deferred variable annuities are hybrid investments containing securities and insurance features. Their sales are regulated both by FINRA and the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). These annuities offer investors choices among a number of complex contract features and options.
Due to the complexity and confusion surrounding them, which can lead to questionable sales practices, variable
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In conjunction with other self-regulatory organizations and the Securities Industry/Regulatory Council on Continuing Education, FINRA administers the continuing education (CE) program for the securities industry. CE consists of two mandatory programs: the Regulatory Element and the Firm Element.
Publication Date: February 23, 2023
Interpretations are marked in blue background beneath the rule text to which they relate.
15c3-1c Consolidated computations of net capital and aggregate indebtedness for certain subsidiaries and affiliates (appendix C to 17 CFR 240.15c3-1).
15c3-1c(a) Flow through capital benefits. Every broker or dealer in computing its net capital and aggregate
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This is another disgusting overreach. Let people make their own decisions. If you really cared about people you would find a way to put a stop to the state lottery systems that consistently siphon cash from the less fortunate.
