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SEC Proposes New Regulation of Fund Valuation

Under the proposal issued April 21, the SEC would substantially revise the regulation of fund valuation for the first time in 50 years and rescind much of the current guidance. ...more

In Focus: Analysis of SEC Proposals to Modernize Advertising and Solicitation Rules

On November 4, 2019, the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) proposed amendments to Rule 206(4)-1 (the Advertising Rule) and Rule 206(4)-3 (the Solicitation Rule) under the Investment Advisers Act of 1940. The...more

SEC Approves E-Delivery of Shareholder Reports, Requests Comments on Other Areas

The US Securities and Exchange Commission recently adopted Rule 30e-3 under the Investment Company Act of 1940, which will provide registered funds with a “notice and access” option for delivering shareholder reports....more

Executive Order Could Lead to Changes in the Regulation of US Financial Markets

President Trump’s order sets forth core regulatory principles and requires an extensive report in 120 days, which could lead to broader changes in the regulation of the US financial markets....more

In Eagerly Awaited Ruling, AXA Beats Excessive Fee Claim

The fund manager was victorious in the first court decision to come from a group of complaints filed over the last several years against manager-of-manager models. Introduction - Following a 25-day bench trial, the...more

SEC Proposes Business Continuity and Transition Plan Requirements for Investment Advisers; Staff Issues Guidance for Registered...

On June 28, 2016, the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) proposed new Rule 206(4)-4 (Proposed Rule) under the Investment Advisers Act of 1940, as amended (Advisers Act) and also proposed amendments to certain...more

SEC Examiners Focused on Fund Share Class Conflicts of Interest

OCIE recently published a Risk Alert announcing that it will examine the potential conflict of interest created by registered investment advisers being financially incentivized to recommend certain share classes to clients....more

Sub-Advisers Get Relief from Custody Rule’s Surprise Exam Requirement

Recent SEC staff no-action letter allows certain sub-advisers to avoid the burdensome surprise examination requirement under the Custody Rule. On April 25, the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) staff provided...more

Understanding The SEC’s Proposal on Funds’ Use of Derivatives and Other Financial Transactions

On December 11, 2015, the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) voted 3–1 in favor of proposing a new rule—Rule 18f-4 (Proposed Rule) under the Investment Company Act of 1940 (1940 Act). If adopted, the rule will have a...more

SEC Staff Publishes Guidance on Fund Disclosure of Current Market Conditions

The Guidance emphasizes the importance of reviewing market conditions and the related effect on fund investments on an ongoing basis and ensuring that fund disclosure is appropriately up-to-date....more

SEC Staff Issues Guidance on Mutual Fund Distribution Arrangements

Recently issued SEC staff guidance reminds mutual fund directors of their obligations to evaluate fund payments to financial intermediaries and emphasizes investment advisers’ and other service providers’ obligation to...more

SEC Requests Public Comment on Transfer Agent Regulation Proposal and Concept Release

SEC proposal would modernize the regulation of the transfer agency industry, particularly with respect to mutual funds. Last month, the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) issued an Advance Notice of Proposed...more

SEC Proposes Requirements for Funds’ Use of Derivatives and Other Financial Transactions

If adopted, the proposed requirements would significantly alter funds’ ability to enter into derivatives and other financial transactions, present new operational challenges, expand reporting requirements, and impose new and...more

NYSE Arca Proposes to Flag ETP Trades that Deviate Significantly from Prevailing Market Prices

NYSE Arca’s proposal would use a two-part test to identify aberrant prices in trades of exchange-traded products and then warn the market of such trades in an effort to deter further pricing dislocations....more

SEC Exam Staff Shares Observations on Outsourced Chief Compliance Officers

Firms that use third-party CCOs or that rely on financial intermediaries that have outsourced their compliance functions should consider taking a fresh look at their compliance structure in the wake of this guidance....more

NYSE Arca Withdraws Active ETF Generic Listing Standards Proposal as SEC Focus on ETFs Continues

Withdrawal comes within days of SEC Chair White and Commissioner Aguilar issuing public statements regarding ETFs. On October 19, the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) published a notice stating that NYSE Arca,...more

SEC Proposes Liquidity Risk Management Rules for Open-End Funds

In the second step of its five-part plan to enhance registered funds regulations, the SEC has proposed new requirements on portfolio liquidity, risk monitoring, and board oversight. At an open meeting held on September...more

BE-180 Deadline Approaching: Fund Managers, Private Funds, and Registered Investment Companies May Be Required to File

The November 1, 2015 deadline is approaching for US financial services providers—including many US fund managers, private funds, and registered investment companies—to file a BE-180 with the US Department of Commerce....more

Update on Proposed Listing Standards for Active ETFs

The SEC needs more time to consider generic listing standards for active ETFs. On September 2, the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) published a notice (Notice) designating a longer period of time to consider...more

“Pay to Play” Developments

Based on recent announcements from the SEC and its Staff, changes may be forthcoming for advisers’ use of third-party solicitors for government entity clients....more

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SEC Seeks Public Input on Exchange-Traded Product Trading Issues

Growth in the ETP industry has led the SEC to seek public comment on a variety of topics related to the listing and trading of ETP shares. On June 12, the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) issued a release (the...more

Update on Proposed Listing Standards for Active ETFs

The SEC is considering an amended proposal by NYSE Arca to adopt generic listing standards for actively managed ETFs. On June 5, the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) issued an order (the Order) instituting...more

SEC Proposes Rules Affecting Funds and Advisers

Proposals would impose new disclosure requirements designed to enhance the SEC’s ability to monitor the industry. On May 20, the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) unanimously approved proposals intended to...more

SEC Considers Active ETF Listing Standards, Approves Paired Class ETP

Although the proposed listing standards could significantly reduce regulatory barriers, commissioner dissent in exchange-traded product order underscores regulatory concerns about novel products....more

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