FINRA Announces Updates of the Interpretations of Financial and Operational Rules
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On July 7, 1992, the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) approved amendments to Article III, Section 26 of the NASD Rules of Fair Practice relating to asset-based sales charges by mutual funds.
NASD Regulation, Inc. (NASD Regulation) has taken disciplinary actions against the following firms and individuals for violations of NASDRules; securities laws, rules, and regulations; and the rules of the Municipal Securities Rulemaking Board. Unless otherwise indicated, suspensions will begin with the opening of business on Monday, December 16, 1996. The information relating to matters
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FINRA will conduct its Annual Meeting of firms on Wednesday, September 6, 2023, at 10:00 a.m. Eastern Time in the FINRA Visitors Center at 1735 K Street, NW, Washington, D.C. The purpose of the meeting is to elect individuals to fill one small firm seat and one large firm seat on the FINRA Board of Governors (FINRA Board or Board).1
It is important that all eligible firms be represented
Thank you for that introduction, and thank you all for coming. As all of you know, we are at an important moment in the debate over financial regulation and the future profile of financial markets in the United States, and throughout the world. So I am pleased to have this opportunity to share some of my thoughts about where we've been and where we can hopefully go.
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The COVID-19 pandemic is affecting most aspects of our society and daily lives, as well as the U.S. economy and markets. Events with such profound impact routinely create opportunities for financial fraud.
Firms and their associated persons should be aware of and take appropriate measures to address the increased risks and challenges presented during the COVID-19 pandemic. In addition
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