While I am not 100% opposed to new regulation on these complex products, I do want to caution that this could cause unintended consequences. For example, if I could not access leverage through options or through leveraged ETP's, both of my brokers currently charge me 8% or more on margin interest.
How does this help me to pay over 7% more than the Fed Funds rate? It helps and protects
Subject - Petition to FINRA opposing FINRAs proposal to restrict / stop trading in Leveraged ETFs / ETNs
I submit that the current controls of my broker when any investor invests in any leveraged ETFs / ETNs are adequate.
1. Every investor when trades in Leveraged ETFs / ETNs mandatorily signs the Designated Investments Agreement that clearly states the risk & the qualification
I oppose restrictions to my right to invest in TQQQ, SQQQ and other leveraged products. I have been investing in these products for years and they are no more risky that any other stocks in the market. Anybody trading in the market has to understand that there is risk involved and chooses to take that risk...regulators should not try to babysit investors by trying to tell them which stock or fund
I submit that the current controls of the brokerage company when any investor invests in any leveraged ETFs / ETNs are adequate.
1. Every investor when trades in Leveraged ETFs / ETNs mandatorily signs the Designated Investments Agreement that clearly states the risk & the qualification
requirements.
2. Every time the investor places order of any Leverages ETFs / ETNs, the system
To Whom it May Concern: I am writing in opposition to SEC Proposed Rule #S7-24-15 which would place unduly burdensome restrictions on persons wishing to invest in leveraged an inverse funds. This rule would require passing a test, showing high net worth, "cooling off" periods and other impediments that would do nothing to address the risk that regulators perceive in these investments.
Mr. Chairman and Members of the Subcommittee: Thank you for inviting us to testify on financial literacy and for allowing us to submit this statement for the record. NASD is committed to expanding the knowledge and confidence of all Americans wishing to build a more secure financial future through saving and investing.
Executive Summary
On February 8, 1995, the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) approved Rule 1120 (formerly Schedule C, Part XII of the NASD® By-Laws) of the NASD Membership and Registration Rules which prescribes requirements for the Securities Industry Continuing Education Program (Program). The Program has two elements-a Regulatory Element and a Firm Element, and became effective July 1
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