Background
The Military Personnel Financial Services Protection Act ("Military Act") was enacted to protect members of the U.S. Armed Forces from unscrupulous practices regarding sales of insurance, financial and investment products. Congress amended Section 15A(b) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 with the enactment of the Military Act to require FINRA, as a registered securities
In addition to the Small Firm Helpline, FINRA has implemented other programs for small firms:
Benefits Specific to Small Firms
Increased the number of Certified Registered Compliance Professional small firm scholarships.
Significantly reduced the small firm registration fee for FINRA conferences.
Initiated a retrospective review of FINRA Rule 4311 (Carrying Agreements), especially important
An investment adviser is an individual or company who is paid for providing advice about securities to their clients. The term investment adviser refers to an individual or company that is registered as such with either the Securities and Exchange Commission or a state securities regulator.
Investment professionals might hold a variety of designations and other credentials, offered by a multitude of organizations. FINRA’s Professional Designations Database provides information about many of the designations you might see used, including the prerequisites and other requirements for obtaining and holding such designations
Effective Date: February 1, 1994
SUGGESTED ROUTING
Senior ManagementCorporate FinanceInstitutionalLegal & ComplianceSyndicate
Executive Summary
On November 10, 1993, the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) approved an amendment to Subsection (b)(7)(C) to Article III, Section 44 of the Rules of Fair Practice clarifying that the exemptions from the filing requirements of
FINRA has observed unusual price activity after the IPOs of certain small-cap issuers with operations outside the U.S. Regulators suspect some of these IPOs might have been manipulated in a ramp-and-dump scheme. If you’re solicited to invest in a newly issued small-cap stock, know the warning signs and take precautions.
(a) DefinitionsFor purposes of this Rule and any interpretation thereof:(1) "Communications" consist of correspondence, retail communications and institutional communications.(2) "Correspondence" means any written (including electronic) communication that is distributed or made available to 25 or fewer retail investors within any 30 calendar-day period.(3) "Institutional
Effective Date: November 1, 1994
SUGGESTED ROUTING
Senior ManagementCorporate FinanceLegal & ComplianceSyndicateTradingTraining
Executive Summary
On August 15, 1994, the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC or Commission) approved amendments, in part, to Article III, Section 34 (Section 34), of the NASD Rules of Fair Practice prohibiting NASD members or associated persons from
FINRA issues this publication to assist member firms in their compliance efforts. As in past years, this edition highlights examination priorities and frequently found deficiencies relating to FINRA's examination program.
Are you looking beyond a traditional savings account to begin to invest in stocks, bonds or funds? Perhaps you’re looking for someone to help develop a road map for your financial future. These and other situations might make you consider contacting an investment professional.
