On This PageForm U4 Explanation of TermsForm U5 Explanation of TermsForms BD & BDW Explanation of TermsForm BR Explanation of TermsForm U4 Explanation of TermsThe following definitions apply to terms that are italicized in Form U4:AffiliatedMeans under common ownership or control.Affiliated FirmMeans a broker-dealer under common ownership or control with the filing firm.ApplicantMeans the
Since 2018, FINRA’s and the Municipal Securities Rulemaking Board’s (MSRB) amendments to FINRA Rule 2232 (Customer Confirmations) and MSRB Rule G-15 have required firms to provide additional transaction-related information to retail customers for certain trades in corporate, agency and municipal debt securities (other than municipal fund securities).
Quantum computing is an emerging technology that relies on quantum mechanics to perform calculations not possible for even the most powerful classical supercomputers.15 To better understand what is behind quantum computing’s exponentially faster processing times, the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) notes that it may help to think of computers like “microscopic cities” with
None of the current rules and procedures used by FINRA or its member firms create unintended barriers to greater diversity and inclusion in the broker-dealer industry or might have unintended disparate impacts on those within the industry. Quite the contrary, FINRA and the brokerage industry have made huge strides in encouraging and fostering diversity. In the 30 plus years of my career, there
My investment experience has been limited to the last few years, so I can’t pretend to have a comprehensive understanding of every law, rule, guideline, parameter, and standard operating procedure that financial institutions operate in accordance with. However, I can say with certainty that neither do major financial institutions responsible for the behavior of our markets. If the role of a
In the unlikely event of a system-wide failure, FINRA will use the following resources to alert members.
On this episode, we hear from members of both the Vulnerable Adults and Seniors (VAST) Intake and Investigations teams to hear how the groups work with individual investors, firms, states and other regulators to prevent and detect financial exploitation of senior and other vulnerable investors.
FINRA Compliance Workshops are informal, interactive learning opportunities that provide 2 – 3 hours of in-depth educational content on key compliance topics. Workshops are designed to provide industry practitioners the opportunity to learn from and engage with FINRA staff and subject matter experts and peers in a small group setting.There are no scheduled workshops at this time.
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The NASD has received a "No-Action Letter" (letter) from the Division of Corporation Finance of the Securities and Exchange Commission. It provides that a broker/dealer may rely on the provisions of SEC Rule 14a-2(b)(2
