I am opposed to you limiting the investments I can invest in. I have a masters degree in Finance and have been managing my own money for 24 years. I should not have to pass a test or demonstrate high net worth to be able to invest in leveraged or inverse ETFs. I know full well the risks involved and I use leveraged ETFs as a vital part of my overall investment strategy. These types of investments
I strongly oppose limiting access to public securities for the select few who pass unnecessary tests. The public is perfectly capable of reading and understanding a prospectus and the associated risks and making wise investment decisions for themselves and their families. The securities under consideration for additional regulation such as leveraged and inverse funds are a key strategy to my
I have used leveraged funds in all my accounts both retirement and taxible accounts since they have been available. I use the funds in several ways one as a hedge and the other as part of a longer term strategy and am aware of the risks associated with these types of accounts and how they operate and close out positions each day. I do not want to have to jump through any more hoops to be able to
I have been investing in inverse funds for years. I am well versed in their advantages and risks. I take full responsibility for my investment choices and believe I should have the choice to invest in what I want. After researching inverse funds years ago I have been integrating them in my overall investment objective. Why should I not have the same advantages as managed accounts get when I am
In June 2009, FINRA issued Regulatory Notice 09-31 to remind firms of their sales practice obligations relating to leveraged and inverse exchange-traded funds (ETFs). At the same time, the Investment Industry Regulatory Organization of Canada (IIROC) issued guidance to the Canadian industry that is substantially similar to our Notice. In July we released a compliance podcast concerning the Notice
I appreciate the need to protect retail investors from making decisions when they do not fully understand the risks or other features of the products. It is reasonable to require the broker to take steps to educate retail investors and conduct some sort of test to make sure that they understand what they are getting into. But insurmountable obstacles should not be thrown in the path of retail
/01 Trading Against Firm Recommendations
Reserved.
/02 Private Sales
Reserved.
/03 Conversions, Acquisitions and Changes in Business Activities
Member organizations are expected to notify the Exchange when planning important organizational or operational changes, such as mergers with or acquisitions of
SR-FINRA-2019-009 has been approved by the SEC. Effective May 8, 2019, this rule will no longer be applicable. Please consult the appropriate FINRA rule.
/01 Trading Against Firm Recommendations
Reserved.
/02 Private Sales
Reserved.
/03 Conversions, Acquisitions and Changes in Business Activities
Member organizations are expected to notify the Exchange when planning important
Summary
With the recent increase in the number of customers seeking to open brokerage accounts and trade options, FINRA reminds members of the requirements for determining whether to approve a customer to trade options. Regardless of whether the account is self-directed or options are being recommended, members must perform due diligence on the customer and collect information about the customer
Dear Financial Representative, I do NOT want trading on the TQQQs and other leveraged funds to be regulated. I believe investors should have the right to trade public investments without restrictions. I am an experienced and frequent trader who uses this avenue exclusively to build weath within a portion of my overall portfolio. The volatility inherent in leveraged funds is the key to success in