From cryptocurrency to NFTs and other options beyond your 401(k), choosing the right investments to meet your financial goals can feel overwhelming.
If your firm is undergoing a change in organization due to a merger, acquisition, or succession, it may affect the ways in which you interact with FINRA, such as your membership application and system-related privileges. In order to make your firm's transition easier, we have compiled a checklist of steps to consider when undergoing such a change.
The Series 79 exam — the Investment Banking Representative Exam — assesses the competency of an entry-level registered representative to perform their job as an investment banking representative.
The NASD, through its wholly owned subsidiary, NASD Regulation, Inc., has filed with the SEC a proposed rule change to Rules 2520 and 2522 that will revise the margin requirements to: (1) expand the types of short options positions that would be considered "covered" in a cash account, specifically, certain short positions that are components of limited risk spread strategies, provided
FINRA Reminds Firms of Their Obligations to Determine Whether Securities are Eligible for Public Sale
The Anti-Money Laundering, Fraud and Sanctions topic of the 2024 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 and related considerations, (2) findings and effective practices, and (3) additional resources.
Becoming a new parent? Here are 5 tips that can help you create long- term financial plans that will help you achieve financial stability for your growing family.
NASD is filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission ("SEC" or "Commission") proposed NASD Rule 2342, which would require members to advise all new customers, in writing, at the opening of an account, and all customers at least once each year that they may obtain information about the Securities Investor Protection Corporation ("SIPC"), including the SIPC
(a) Definition of Due-Bills
The term "due-bill" as used in this Rule means an instrument employed for the purpose of evidencing the transfer of title to any security or rights pertaining to any security contracted for or evidencing the obligation of a seller to deliver such to a subsequent purchaser. A due-bill shall not be transferable or assignable by the purchaser.
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In November 2000, the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) completed a comprehensive review of outside services that auditors provide to their audit clients, and as a result, amended the
