I am strongly opposed to any regulations that restrict my ability to buy or sell any form of financial security. Only I truly know what is best for my financial stability and what I am and am not able to participate in. Financial advice is one thing, and I am always open to such, as well as additional education and training, but at the end of the day I should be free to make my own choices when
WASHINGTON — The Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA) announced today that it has fined Citigroup Global Markets Inc. $1.85 million for failing to provide best execution in approximately 22,000 customer transactions involving non-convertible preferred securities, and for related supervisory deficiencies for more than three years. FINRA also ordered Citigroup to pay more than $638,000
Rulemaking topics discussed include:
BrokerCheck link in online retail communications with the public;
definitions of public and non-public arbitrators;
expungement of customer dispute information; and
temporary cease and desist orders, expedited proceedings.
WASHINGTON — The FINRA Investor Education Foundation released a new study, American Renters and Financial Fragility, which highlights the financial vulnerability of renters. American Renters reveals that renters tend to be less financially stable than homeowners, have lower rates of financial literacy and are more likely to experience a large drop in income. The findings suggest that, given their
The following links should be helpful when filing online for your firm and associated individuals:CRD System and Related LinksElectronic Fingerprint ProcessingElectronic Fingerprint Submission (EFS)Filing Guidance Related to Registration FormsCurrent Uniform Registration Forms for Electronic Filing in CRD (U4, U5, U6, BR, BD, and BDW)Investment Adviser Representative (RA) Form Filing
WASHINGTON - The Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA) announced today that it has fined Merrill Lynch, Pierce, Fenner & Smith Inc. $1.05 million for failing to provide best execution in certain customer transactions involving non-convertible preferred securities
Investor trust and confidence have plummeted to historic lows. But if there is a silver lining amidst these dark clouds, it is that the turmoil creates an opportunity to “fix the plumbing” of the U.S., and global, regulatory architecture – patching the leaks, but also modernizing the piping in such a way to promote market stability and investor confidence, and lay the groundwork for renewed growth and stability.
Options and other potentially complex investments represent one of the only ways that those without means may change their lives. Blocking everyday people from such channels is tantamount to constraining them to lives of poverty and lack. Why should only well-off people, often those who were merely lucky enough to 'win the birth lottery', be allowed to better their lives? Why should
FINRA Firm Grouping Conference is a one-day conference designed to provide financial professionals associated with FINRA member firms the opportunity to engage in key discussions with FINRA staff and connect with industry leaders and peers. The conference includes thoughtful discussions around the future landscape of the financial services industry. In-person attendees have access to breakout
