FINRA previously issued a notice regarding API Reference Data production access. This process will now occur beginning Monday, July 15, 2024.Beginning Monday, July 15, 2024, FINRA will utilize Multi Factor Authentication (MFA) for access to all production API reference data files. Currently, FINRA API users wishing to get access are required to download a digital certificate and present verified
The Frequently Asked Questions below are taken directly from the Securities and Exchange Commission’s Regulation Best Interest and Form CRS FAQ pages. The below are FINRA’s best attempt to highlight the latest SEC FAQs, but additional FAQs may have been published that are not posted on this page. For the latest FAQs on Reg BI and Form CRS, please visit the SEC’s website.SEC Frequently Asked
Get information on the Annual CE obligations and statuses within your firm by logging in to FINRA Gateway, clicking on the Reports tab, and selecting the Individuals with Upcoming CE Obligations template.
We publish The Neutral Corner to provide arbitrators and mediators with current updates on important rules and procedures within securities dispute resolution. FINRA believes this newsletter provides its dedicated neutrals with a valuable learning tool that enables them to better serve parties and other participants in the FINRA forum.
The Neutral Corner Volume 1 - 2016
Financial Industry Regulatory Authority, Inc. (“FINRA”) is filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC” or “Commission”) a proposed rule change to amend FINRA Rule 8312 (FINRA BrokerCheck Disclosure), which governs the information FINRA releases to the public via FINRA’s BrokerCheck® tool, to exclude from release through BrokerCheck the street address of a registered location that is reported and identified to FINRA as a private residence. The proposed rule change would help address privacy and safety concerns raised by broker-dealer firms and their associated persons about the release through BrokerCheck of the full address of an associated person’s private residential registered location.
Frequently asked questions regarding FINRA Rule 2210, filing requirements and the how to use the Advertising Regulation Electronic Filing (AREF) system.
SummaryFINRA is providing information in this Notice to remind registered persons and firms of the continuing education (CE) requirements, including:this year’s CE Regulatory Element training assignments and completion deadline of December 31, 2024;resources available to firms for facilitating compliance with the annual Regulatory Element requirements; andresources available to firms to guide in
Published January 5, 2024.Updated July 10, 2024.*On May 22, 2024,1 the requirements relating to Covered Agency Transactions, as amended pursuant to SR-FINRA-2021-010,2 went into effect. “Covered Agency Transactions,” as defined more fully under amended Rule 4210(e)(2)(H)(i)b., are (1) To Be Announced (TBA) transactions (inclusive of adjustable rate mortgage transactions) with settlement
Prospective FINRA member firms must seek approval for new FINRA membership through the submission of a New Membership Application (NMA or Form NMA) in accordance with FINRA Rule 1013 (New Member Application and Interview). Existing FINRA member firms that are contemplating a material change in ownership, control, or business operations must submit a Continuing Membership Application (CMA or Form CMA) in accordance with FINRA Rule 1017 (Application for Approval of Change in Ownership, Control, or Business Operations). Both types of applications are reviewed by FINRA’s Membership Application Program (MAP) Group.
