On October 2, 2023, FINRA will launch the new Fingerprint Program for Transfer Agents and Clearing Agencies (TA/CAs) as the SEC declared FINRA's updated Fingerprint Plan effective September 22, 2023. This Program outsources fingerprint processing to Sterling Identity (Sterling), the same FBI-approved channeler that processes fingerprints for broker-dealers on FINRA’s behalf.
Summary
In August 2019, FINRA launched a retrospective review that, among other things, sought stakeholders’ input on the effectiveness of Rule 3240 (Borrowing from or Lending to Customers).1 Based on feedback received during the review, FINRA is proposing amendments to Rule 3240 to:
emphasize that the rule generally prohibits registered persons from entering into borrowing or
FINRA Requests Comment on Potential Enhancements to Certain Engagement Programs
Executive Summary
The purpose of this Election Notice is to notify firms of the upcoming elections to fill vacancies on the FINRA Regional Committees, and the mailing of ballots to eligible firms.
As detailed below, the District 2 seats on the West Region Committee are the only contested seats. Therefore, only firms that are members of FINRA in District 2 as of the close of business on Monday,
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Executive Summary
On May 10, 1994, the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) approved amendments to Schedule E to the NASD By-Laws (Schedule E) that require compliance with its provisions if a member participating in a distribution of a public offering of debt or equity securities has a conflict
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EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
On April 17, 1991, the Department of Treasury issued 56 FR 15529-15532 containing proposed amendments to 17 CFR Part 403 ("Protection of Customer Securities and Balances"). The proposal would implement a buy-
TO: All NASD Members and Other Interested Persons
LAST DATE FOR COMMENT: APRIL 28, 1986
The National Association of Securities Dealers, Inc. (NASD), is requesting comments on a proposed amendment that would provide limited exemptions for certain persons purchasing securities in connection with the conversion to stock ownership of mutual savings and loan associations, savings banks and certain
Summary
FINRA Rule 4210 (Margin Requirements) prescribes requirements governing the extension of credit by members. The FINRA Rule 4210 interpretations provide further guidance regarding application of the rule. This Notice announces, effective immediately, clarifications of interpretations of (1) FINRA Rule 4210(e)(8), which specifies margin requirements for control and restricted securities,
As of June 30, 2020, the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission’s Regulation Best Interest—or Reg BI—is officially in effect. What does a post implementation-date world look like? And how is FINRA working to ensure a consistent approach to examining around and enforcing the new regulation? Tune in to learn more.
FINRA issues this publication to assist member firms in their compliance efforts. As in past years, this edition highlights examination priorities and frequently found deficiencies relating to FINRA's examination program.
