I understand the risks of investing in leveraged and inverse funds so I only invest a limited part of my overall portfolio in those funds. I do not like to go through any special process like passing a test before I can invest in public securities, like leveraged and inverse funds. I do not like any restrictions on my right to invest in those funds.
I strongly believe that the current requirements in place for trading leveraged and inverse ETFs are sufficient for investor protection. Please do not restrict access to trading these, because that would severely limit investment opportunities in these popular instruments. Instead, I would recommend that brokers be urged to provide additional education on both risks and benefits if these
I not regulators ,should be able to choose the public investments that are right for me and my family. Public investments should be available to all of the public, not just the privileged. I shouldn't have to go through any special process like passing a test before I can invest in public securities. I am capable of understanding my investments and their risks. I do not need these measures
I value the freedom to access a broad range of investment products that help me buffer the swings of the market in my portfolio. I want to maintain my current freedom to invest in public securities which I choose. I do not need regulators to help me decide what to invest in. I am capable of understanding the risk and reward of my investments and do not need additional measures imposed on me.
I oppose to additional restrictions to invest in leveraged and inverse funds. I am capable of understanding the risks and limit my exposure accordingly, and believe others investing in such funds do too. It is in fact easier to use these funds than trying to achieve the same results by myself.
If anything I'd be in favor of funds providing easier to understand educational resources to
Comments: Stop thinking retail investors are too stupid to use financial products.
Its absolutely ridiculous to think that, with the current alerts and warnings on retail brokerage software, we(retail) are unable to understand the risk in its plainest definition.
These types of regulations are boots on the neck of the middle class as they try to climb this great ladder of capitalism.
Dont
Summary
With the recent increase in the number of customers seeking to open brokerage accounts and trade options, FINRA reminds members of the requirements for determining whether to approve a customer to trade options. Regardless of whether the account is self-directed or options are being recommended, members must perform due diligence on the customer and collect information about the customer
Comments: These L&I funds allow for simple day trading without the complexity of initiating margin and shorting procedures to obtain the same results. The platform on which I trade notes that these funds are not for long term investments and it details the risks. These funds are what allow me to easily outperform the market. Without them, I would need to waste an inordinate amount of time
I have worked hard my entire life to make a better future for myself and my family. If I choose to invest the money I have earned in public securities, like leveraged and inverse funds, it should be my right! I have a college degree, I am capable of understanding risks and benefits. I strongly oppose the Federal Govt inserting itself in my financial choices with the proposed regulation.
I should be able to choose the public investments that are right for me. Public investments should be available to all of the public, not just the privileged. I shouldn't have to go through any special process like passing a test before you can invest in public securities like leveraged and inverse funds. Explain that you are capable of understanding leveraged and inverse funds and their
