Dear Sir or Madam, I oppose any limitations on my ability to buy or sell inverse ETFs. They play a critical role in protecting my family's retirement portfolio against market volatility. Any restrictions will hinder our ability to do so and may result in reduced retirement savings which could significantly modify our plans for the future. Thank you for your consideration.
I strongly oppose additional regulations on my freedom to invest in products I find suitable to my financial plans. As products that are offered to to public already have to meet many standards and regulations, adding additional restrictions limit my freedoms of choice. With increasing market volatility, investment choices should be expanded, NOT restricted. Do not approve additional
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Regulatory Obligations and Related Considerations
Regulatory Obligations
Effective liquidity controls are critical elements in a broker-dealer’s risk management framework. Exchange Act Rule 17a-3(a)(23) requires firms that meet the thresholds specified under the rule to make and keep current records documenting the credit, market, and liquidity risk management controls established and
(a) Pursuant to Section II of the Plan of Allocation and Delegation of Functions by FINRA to FINRA Regulation, Inc. ("Delegation Plan"), the Board shall appoint a National Arbitration and Mediation Committee ("NAMC").
(1) The NAMC shall consist of no fewer than 10 and no more than 25 members. At least 50 percent of the NAMC shall be Non-Industry members.
(2) The Chairperson
(a) Pursuant to Section II of the Plan of Allocation and Delegation of Functions by FINRA to FINRA Regulation, Inc. ("Delegation Plan"), the Board shall appoint a National Arbitration and Mediation Committee ("NAMC").
(1) The NAMC shall consist of no fewer than 10 and no more than 25 members. At least 50 percent of the NAMC shall be Non-Industry members.
(2) The
By creating barriers for individual investors such as myself it will make planning for retirement significantly more difficult and time consuming. For example, I prefer to invest in target date funds which do not require a significant time commitment but ensure I will be diversified and manage risk as I get closer to retirement. For individuals with less time they may not invest altogether and
Inverse funds are a great option to hedge against other family assets and liabilities. We utilized ProShares UltraShort 7-10 Year Treasury to hedge against rising interest rates for debt that needs to be refinanced in the near future. This was a well thought out and planned strategy, that has worked perfectly. Once the debt is refinanced we would look to liquidate the ProShares UltraShort 7-10
