Leveraged and inverse funds have been a life-changing tool in my investment portfolio. Having access to leveraged and inverse funds has allowed me to increase gains during market rallies, as well as hedge my portfolio against multiple market corrections. I firmly believe investors such as myself should continue to have access to these valuable tools, without obstacles. Retail investors (and our
I was alarmed to hear regulations are being considered by FINRA, which would severely restrict my being able to buy leveraged or inverse funds to invest for my family! The wonderful thing about Inverse or Leveraged Funds is that I can capture the same returns with 1/3 less Capital outlay A typical real life example for me would be if I... When I Invest 10,000 into 3X Inverse/Leveraged ETF and it
To whom this may concern. It has come to my attention that FINRA has proposed ne regulations that would limit my ability to invest in certain instruments, such as leveraged, or inverse funds. I am a truck driver who manages 80% of his investments. The proposed limitations/requirements would affectively lock me out of roughly 10/12% of my personal strategies that help me hedge against market
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National Association of Securities Dealers, Inc. Notice Of Nominees
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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.
Good afternoon, I write to you today as a retail investor who is building a small portfolio. I have found leveraged and inverse ETF products to be integral to my trading strategy, as they allow for enhanced returns. When I first began trading and trying to find ways to enhance my returns, I tried options and nearly wiped out my portfolio. I had to start all over again, and vowed never to use
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Publication Date: March 20, 2025Interpretations are marked in blue background beneath the rule text to which they relate. 15c3-3 Customer protection — reserves and custody of securities.Except where otherwise noted, § 240.15c3-3 applies to a broker or dealer registered under section 15(b) of the Act (15 U.S.C. 78o(b)), including a broker or dealer also registered as a security-
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In consultation with the U.S. Department of the Treasury (Treasury Department), FINRA is soliciting comment on potential enhancements to the information reported to FINRA’s TRACE facility regarding transactions in U.S. Treasury securities. Specifically, FINRA is seeking comment on potential changes to TRACE reporting for U.S. Treasury securities that would require: (1) more granular
In addition to the Small Firm Helpline, FINRA has implemented other programs for small firms:
Benefits Specific to Small Firms
Increased the number of Certified Registered Compliance Professional small firm scholarships.
Significantly reduced the small firm registration fee for FINRA conferences.
Initiated a retrospective review of FINRA Rule 4311 (Carrying Agreements), especially important
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As of February 22, 96, the following 87 issues joined the Nasdaq National Market®, bringing the total number of issues to 4,023:
Symbol
Company
Entry Date
Level
DHSM
Diagnostic Health Services, Inc.
1/22/96
500
DHSMW
