Oral arguments are scheduled for Nov. 5 before the U.S. Supreme Court in a case that could affect 529 college savings plans.
The SEC and Federal Reserve last month approved rules that will allow banks to continue selling some securities products and services without registering as brokers.
A rule took effect Sept. 10 that clarifies the SEC’s ability to go after hedge fund advisers who make false or misleading statements to investors.
Companion bills renew a past congressional attempt to make it harder for taxpayers to avoid paying capital gains taxes on certain investments.
Several measures that would put art and collectibles’ tax treatment on par with other investments are sitting in committee.
Congressional hearings held last month addressed the contentious issue of taxes paid by managers of hedge funds and private equity funds.
A bill introduced in August would create a commission to study the hedge fund and private equity industries.
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