In its 2023 Annual Report, the SEC Office of the Investor Advocate detailed its Fiscal Year 2023 efforts on investor outreach, responding to investor inquiries, and engaging in substantive research on (i) registered index-linked annuities and (ii) mandatory arbitration clauses in investment advisory agreements.

SEC Chief Accountant Paul Munter reminded issuers, preparers and auditors of their responsibilities to provide transparent, high-quality cash flow information for the protection of investors.

Following a comprehensive two-year examination of carbon markets, the CFTC proposed guidance on the listing of voluntary carbon credit derivative contracts.

The Congressional Research Service prepared a detailed summary and analysis for legislators on the banking regulators' proposed "Regulatory Capital Rule: Amendments Applicable to Large Banking Organizations and to Banking Organizations with Significant Trading Activity."

CFTC Commissioner Kristin N. Johnson called for improved corporate governance and comprehensive regulation for the crypto markets.