The changes modernize private market rules and make it easier for small companies to obtain financing, according to SEC Chairman Jay Clayton
Agency takes the term 'ESG' out of the text, but opponents say the regulation's chill factor remains
The new rule requires reps to receive written permission before accepting an inheritance
Valliere, Gardner see a narrow Electoral College victory for the former vice president
Agency also seeks comments on whether additional rules are needed to protect investors buying complex products
Arbitrators also rebuffed brokers’ counterclaims of defamation and unfair competition
The measure would build on the SECURE Act, but its legislative path is uncertain
Advisory firms should provide more details to reps on how to comply with the new rules, said SEC staff members
Lee, Crenshaw say the agency is providing leeway to violate the rule, putting investor funds at risk
Lawmakers say SEC lacks authority to lift current $100 million ceiling and the change risks reducing transparency
