I am an "accredited investor". I have been managing my own savings and retirement funds for the last 33 years. During that time, I have been free to select the investment vehicles that I feel best suit my investment goals and objectives.
I strongly oppose ANY attempt by any government- or quasi-government organization to regulate or restrict my investment choices. Regulators
It is common knowledge that markets are manipulated by large funds and privileged wealthy investors. Leveraged and inverse funds are the small investors way to level the playing field. People should have the right to make their own financial decisions. Information regarding risks is adequate to inform an investor who should take responsibility for their own actions. Passing a knowledge test does
I am writing to ask that you do not put investment restrictions on individual investors with regards to leveraged funds and inverse funds. These funds are safer than taking out margin in my brokerage account to leverage up my positions. Inverse funds are great for portfolio management at times like this when the stock market is over valued and the federal reserve is raising interest rates. It is
Hi, I have following comments/concerns regarding the investment choices for individuals: I 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, like leveraged and
It is not the responsibility of an outside party to decide what is best for me or my family. They have no knowledge of me or my situation. It is my responsibility to review, assess risk and act in my best interest. To that end all risks and rewards are my own. Please stay out and stop the over regulation and coddling based on your need to control and "protect the less/under informed".
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As of May 22, 2002, the following bonds were added to the Fixed Income Pricing System (FIPSSM).
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Name
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ENQ.GD
Amer Media Operations Inc.
10.250
05/01/09
ACVC.GA
American Achievement Corp. Ser B
11.625
01/01/
TO: All NASD Members and Level 2 and Level 3 Subscribers
On Tuesday, May 7, 1985, 82 issues are scheduled to join the NASDAQ National Market System bringing the total number of issues in NASDAQ/NMS to 1,934. These 82 issues, which will begin trading under real-time trade reporting, are entering the NASDAQ/NMS pursuant to the Securities and Exchange Commission's criteria for voluntary
Bill Wollman is Executive Vice President, Office of Financial and Operational Risk Policy. In this role, he is responsible for FINRA’s policy and rulemaking efforts relating to broker-dealer financial responsibility rules, operational issues, customer protection requirements and margin standards. Mr. Wollman is one of the senior leaders who is responsible for leading FINRA’s response to firms
The availability of complex products and options can potentially expand the investment opportunities for retail investors and, if properly understood, offer favorable investment outcomes (e.g., enhancing returns, limiting losses or improving diversification). However, important regulatory concerns arise when investors trade complex products without understanding their unique characteristics and
Neutral Corner - February 2007
