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The SEC issued guidance to public companies regarding disclosures on the risks and effects of COVID-19.
The SEC extended (i) the filing periods included in previous conditional reporting relief from specific filing obligations, and (ii) certain regulatory relief provided previously for funds and investment advisers whose operations may have been impacted by COVID-19.
A FINRA proposal to modify its suitability requirements and rules governing non-cash compensation to conform to the stricter standards of Regulation Best Interest was published in the Federal Register.
FINRA provided its member firms temporary relief from the Form U4 fingerprinting requirements. FINRA also issued additional resources designed to help its members navigate restrictions and regulatory relief as a result of the coronavirus pandemic.