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SEC's Variable Annuity Prospectus Rule Likely by April
By Melanie WaddellThe VA summary prospectus has been long awaited.
November 05, 2019
SEC Approves Proposed Proxy Rule ChangesThe rules, if finalized, would make it more difficult for investors to challenge corporate management on environmental, social and governance issues.
November 04, 2019
SEC Issues Plan to Modernize RIA Ad RulesThe plan would allow for testimonials, endorsements and third-party ratings in some marketing materials.
November 04, 2019
SEC's Newest Whistleblower Charges Spotlight Investors as Potential TipstersJane Norberg, the chief of the SEC's whistleblower office, said, "Anyone who seeks to report potential securities law violations to the commission," is protected.
November 01, 2019
SEC Readies Updates to RIA Ad RulesThe Advertising Rule "hasn't been significantly amended since 1961 — long before social media," said Investment Adviser Association President & CEO Karen Barr.
November 01, 2019
SEC Takes Aim at Proxy VotingESG supporters fear the move will thwart efforts to push companies toward more transparent reporting and better behavior.
October 30, 2019
Human Capital: Norm Champ, Ex-SEC IM Director, Takes on Financial LiteracyOn Episode #3 of Human Capital podcast, Champ discusses the pending economic crisis, as well as the financial literacy crisis.
October 29, 2019
SEC Presses Ahead in 12b-1 Fee CrackdownMeanwhile, FSI says it will continue to push for an end to the SEC initiative.