The CFPB proposed a rule to classify data brokers as "consumer reporting agencies" under the Fair Credit Reporting Act. The proposed rule would impose stricter requirements on the use of consumer data and limit the disclosure of sensitive information.

The International Organization of Securities Commissions recommended six non-binding "good practices" for regulators to "ensure that exchanges are properly run."

President-elect Donald Trump chose former SEC Commissioner Paul Atkins to replace Gary Gensler as the next SEC chair.

FINRA provided member firms with a calendar schedule to assist firms with required filing submissions in connection with extensions of time.

The Federal Reserve, FDIC and OCC requested public comment on "outdated or otherwise unnecessary regulatory requirements on insured depository institutions and their holding companies."