As part of its Transparency Services improvement initiative, beginning Monday, May 19, 2025, FINRA will re-platform TRACE Securitized Products (SP) to a new Linux-based operating system. FINRA requires client testing participation in this effort to validate that all processes work within the TRACE reporting framework. TRACE clients who utilize FIX for SP trade entry and other transactions should
As a self-regulatory organization, information sharing is key to FINRA's pursuit of its mission of investor protection and market integrity. The 2025 FINRA Regulatory Oversight Report provides just that. On this episode, FINRA’s regulatory leaders join us to discuss key takeaways from the report.
The Communications with the Public topic of the 2025 FINRA Annual Regulatory Oversight Report (the Report) informs member firms’ compliance programs by providing annual insights from FINRA’s ongoing regulatory operations, including (1) regulatory obligations, (2) findings and effective practices, and (3) additional resources.
The Issue Management System allows firms to comply with FINRA Rules 6760 (Underwriter Obligation to Provide Notice), 6730 (Transaction Reporting), or 6620 (OTCE Symbol Request; it allows firms to:submit new issues;save draft submissions;make changes and updates to previously submitted issues;submit new issues in bulk via a file upload; andview the status of submissions.AccessPlease consult your
FINRA member firms have an obligation to report over-the-counter secondary market transactions in eligible equity and fixed income securities to a FINRA facility. The TRACE, ADF, and ORF facilities are accessed by completing a FINRA Participation Agreement (FPA). The PDM system is used to submit and view Transparency Services Legal Agreements including the FPA and the Uniform
FINRA departments also create specific subject-matter committees as needed to consult on various issues. The composition of the committees and their meeting frequency depends upon FINRA’s consultation needs related to the subject matter.
FINRA’s Advertising Regulation Conference offers a comprehensive agenda designed for new and experienced communications compliance and marketing professionals. Industry and regulatory speakers facilitate interactive discussions of communications topics including new rules, effective practices, regulatory priorities and emerging technologies.
The Small Firm Conference focuses on small firms’ practices and tips for complying with FINRA rules. Throughout the event, attendees have the opportunity to discuss small firm topics with FINRA senior staff.
