On March 28, 2022, the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) proposed rules (Proposing Release) that would require securities market participants that engage in dealer-like activities - such as a proprietary trading...more
The proposed amendments will have a substantial regulatory impact on private fund managers if adopted.
On February 9, 2022, the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) published a proposed rule that, if adopted, would...more
Upon publication of the proposed rule in the Federal Register, stakeholders will have a 30- day period in which to comment.
On January 26, 2022, the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) published a proposed rule that,...more
As COVID-19 continues to disrupt routine operations, OCIE reminds broker-dealers and investment advisers of their ongoing obligations.
On August 12, 2020, the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) Office of...more
While the findings are not new or surprising, they do serve as a reminder of the regulator’s focus on advisers’ fiduciary and supervisory duties.
On June 23, 2020, the Securities and Exchange Commission’s (SEC’s) Office of...more
Best execution is currently a hot topic for global regulators and the past year has seen notable regulatory focus in this area. Amid this development, firms are recommended to review their global best execution compliance...more
Summary of private equity firms’ compliance obligations, discussion of notable developments in 2017, and outlook for 2018.
US federal laws and regulations, as well as the rules of self-regulatory organizations (SROs),...more
The action underscores the need for investment advisers and broker-dealers to maintain robust policies and controls when utilizing third-party contractors.
On May 27, 2016, the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC)...more
The action may have significant implications for PE advisers performing brokerage services; highlights SEC’s focus on advisers receiving transaction-based compensation.
On June 1, 2016, the Securities and Exchange...more
6/29/2016
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Summary of private equity firms’ compliance obligations, discussion of notable developments in 2015 and outlook for 2016.
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2/9/2016
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Year-End Compliance Checklist
The proposal would place restrictions on certain investment funds to limit their use of derivatives and require certain risk management procedures.
On December 11, 2015, the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC)...more
A summary of a private equity firm’s compliance obligations, a discussion of notable developments in 2014 and highlights of the SEC’s examination priorities for 2015.
US federal laws and regulations, as well as the...more
2/26/2015
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After a year of “first ever” actions targeting private equity, fund managers should be vigilant, even about seemingly small issues.
In reviewing the results of SEC Enforcement’s fiscal year that ended on September 30,...more