FINRA Market Holiday – New Year’s Day
FINRA operates Monday – Friday during regular business hours. FINRA is closed whenever the markets are closed. In addition, FINRA and financial markets may close early the day before a holiday.
MSRB Quarterly Form G-37 Disclosure Submission Period Opens
MSRB Rule G-37 requires each broker, dealer or municipal securities dealer shall, by the last day of the month following the end of each calendar quarter send to the MSRB Form G-37 setting forth, in the prescribed format, the following information: (A) for contributions to officials of issuers (other than a contribution made by a … Continue reading MSRB Quarterly Form G-37 Disclosure Submission Period Opens
FINRA Rule 4530/Customer Complaint Filing Due Dates (Q4 2019)
In accordance with FINRA Rule 4530(d), each member shall report to FINRA statistical and summary information regarding customer complaints in such detail as FINRA shall specify by the 15th day of the month following the calendar quarter in which customer complaints are received by the member. For the purposes of this paragraph, "customer" includes any … Continue reading FINRA Rule 4530/Customer Complaint Filing Due Dates (Q4 2019)
FINRA Market Holiday – Martin Luther King, Jr. Day
FINRA operates Monday – Friday during regular business hours. FINRA is closed whenever the markets are closed. In addition, FINRA and financial markets may close early the day before a holiday.
Annual Firm Renewals – Deadline for Payment Final Renewal Statement Payments
Deadline for the payment of Final Statements. Firms with sufficient monies in their FlexFunding Account will have funds automatically transferred to their Renewal Account to cover total renewal fees owed. Transfers will be conducted every day until any outstanding renewal assessment is satisfied.
Annual MSRB Registration Information Update
Each January, MSRB registrants (municipal securities dealers and municipal advisors) must verify and, if necessary, update the MSRB registration information provided in Form A-12. MSRB Rule A-12 requires that the affirmation be completed within 17 business days of the beginning of the calendar year. The MSRB uses information provided in Form A-12, in part, to … Continue reading Annual MSRB Registration Information Update
Quarterly Form Custody (Quarter ended 12/31/2019)
A broker-dealer must file Form Custody with FINRA via the Gateway within 17 business days after the end of each calendar quarter.
Monthly Net Capital Computation (Month ending 12/31/2019)
In accordance with SEC Rule 15c3-1, each broker/dealer registered pursuant to section 15 of the Act must have evidence of the computation of net capital monthly. That computation should be completed and approved by the FINOP within 17 business days after the end of each month.
Quarterly FOCUS Part llA Filings (Quarter ending 12/31/2019)
In accordance with SEC Rule 17a-5(a)(2)(iii), each broker/dealer registered pursuant to section 15 of the Act who does not carry nor clear transactions nor carry customer accounts shall file Part IIA of Form X-17 A-5 within 17 business days after the end of each calendar quarter.
Annual Schedule I Filing for 2019
SEC Rule 17a-10 requires broker-dealers to file Schedule within 17 business days after calendar year-end.
Annual Firm filing and Contact Reporting for 2020
FINRA broker/dealers must appoint and certify to FINRA one executive representative to represent, vote, and act on behalf of the broker/dealer in all affairs of FINRA. The executive representative must be a member of senior management and a registered principal of the firm. In addition, the executive representative is required to maintain an Internet electronic … Continue reading Annual Firm filing and Contact Reporting for 2020
Annual Firm Filing and Contact Reporting for 2019
FINRA broker/dealers must appoint and certify to FINRA one executive representative to represent, vote, and act on behalf of the broker/dealer in all affairs of FINRA. The executive representative must be a member of senior management and a registered principal of the firm. In addition, the executive representative is required to maintain an Internet electronic … Continue reading Annual Firm Filing and Contact Reporting for 2019
Annual MSRB Registration Information Update
Each January, MSRB registrants (municipal securities dealers and municipal advisors) must verify and, if necessary, update the MSRB registration information provided in Form A-12. MSRB Rule A-12 requires that the affirmation be completed within 17 business days of the beginning of the calendar year. The MSRB uses information provided in Form A-12, in part, to … Continue reading Annual MSRB Registration Information Update
Annual Audit Filing Due Date (Period Ending 11/30/2019)
SEC Rule 17a-5(d) requires that FINRA member firms to file an Annual Audited Report electronically with FINRA through the firm Gateway and with the SEC (main office and regional office) via mail or overnight carrier not more than 60-calendar days after the date selected for their fiscal year end. The Annual Audit must also be … Continue reading Annual Audit Filing Due Date (Period Ending 11/30/2019)
Quarterly Supplemental Inventory Schedule (SIS) Report (Quarter ended 12/31/2019)
The SIS must be filed by a firm that is required to file FOCUS Report Part II, FOCUS Report Part IIA or FOGS Report Part I, with inventory positions as of the end of the FOCUS or FOGS reporting period, unless the firm has (1) a minimum dollar net capital or liquid capital requirement of … Continue reading Quarterly Supplemental Inventory Schedule (SIS) Report (Quarter ended 12/31/2019)
Quarterly Supplemental FOCUS Information (SSOI) for Quarter ending 12/31/19. FINRA Rule 4524
FINRA Rule 4524 requires each member firm to file a Supplemental Statement of Income (“SSOI”) within 20 business days after the end of each calendar quarter via the FINRA Gateway. The SSOI is designed to provide FINRA with greater detail regarding firm’s revenue and expenses.
SIPC 6 Assessment (Fiscal year ending June 30, 2020)
Members of SIPC are required to pay an assessment on Net Operating Revenue, as defined by the SIPC By Laws Article VI, for the first half of each fiscal year. The SIPC 6 General Assessment Reconciliation is to be filed by all members of the Securities Investor Protection Corporation no later than 60 days after … Continue reading SIPC 6 Assessment (Fiscal year ending June 30, 2020)
Quarterly Supplemental Statement of Income (SSOI) (Quarter ending 12/31/2019)
FINRA Rule 4524 requires each member firm to file a Supplemental Statement of Income (“SSOI”) within 20 business days after the end of each calendar quarter via the FINRA Gateway. The SSOI is designed to provide FINRA with greater detail regarding firm’s revenue and expenses.
MSRB Quarterly Form G-37 Disclosure Submission Deadline
MSRB Rule G-37 requires each broker, dealer or municipal securities dealer shall, by the last day of the month following the end of each calendar quarter send to the MSRB Form G-37 setting forth, in the prescribed format, the following information: (A) for contributions to officials of issuers (other than a contribution made by a … Continue reading MSRB Quarterly Form G-37 Disclosure Submission Deadline
Supplemental Schedule Derivatives & Other Off-Balance Sheet Items (Form OBS) (Quarter ended 12/31/2020)
Unless subject to the de minimis exception, the Form OBS must be filed by (1) all FINRA member firms that self-clear their proprietary transactions or clear transactions for others or carry customer accounts; and (2) all other FINRA member firms that have, pursuant to SEA Rule 15c3-1, a minimum dollar net capital requirement equal to … Continue reading Supplemental Schedule Derivatives & Other Off-Balance Sheet Items (Form OBS) (Quarter ended 12/31/2020)
FINRA Market Holiday – Presidents’ Day
FINRA operates Monday – Friday during regular business hours. FINRA is closed whenever the markets are closed. In addition, FINRA and financial markets may close early the day before a holiday.
Monthly Net Capital Computation (Month ending 1/31/2020)
In accordance with SEC Rule 15c3-1, each broker/dealer registered pursuant to section 15 of the Act must have evidence of the computation of net capital monthly. That computation should be completed and approved by the FINOP within 17 business days after the end of each month.
Monthly & Fifth’ FOCUS IIA Filings (Month ending 1/31/20)
In accordance with SEC Rule 17a-5(a)(2)(ii)-(iii), each broker/dealer registered pursuant to section 15 of the Act who clears transactions or carries customer accounts shall file Part II of Form X-17 A-5 within 17 business days after the end of the month. The fifth FOCUS filing is required for every broker or dealer who does not … Continue reading Monthly & Fifth’ FOCUS IIA Filings (Month ending 1/31/20)
SIPC 7 Assessment (Fiscal year ending December 31, 2019)
Members of SIPC are required to pay an assessment on Net Operating Revenue as defined by the SIPC By Laws Article VI. The SIPC 7 General Assessment Reconciliation is to be filed by all members of the Securities Investor Protection Corporation no later than 60 days after the fiscal year end of the SIPC Member.
SIPC 6 Assessment (Fiscal year ending July 31, 2020)
Members of SIPC are required to pay an assessment on Net Operating Revenue, as defined by the SIPC By Laws Article VI, for the first half of each fiscal year. The SIPC 6 General Assessment Reconciliation is to be filed by all members of the Securities Investor Protection Corporation no later than 60 days after … Continue reading SIPC 6 Assessment (Fiscal year ending July 31, 2020)
Annual Audit Filing Due Date (Period Ending 12/31/2019)
SEC Rule 17a-5(d) requires that FINRA member firms to file an Annual Audited Report electronically with FINRA through the firm Gateway and with the SEC (main office and regional office) via mail or overnight carrier not more than 60-calendar days after the date selected for their fiscal year end. The Annual Audit must also be … Continue reading Annual Audit Filing Due Date (Period Ending 12/31/2019)
Annual Audit Filing Due Date (Period Ending 12/31/2019)
SEC Rule 17a-5(d) requires that FINRA member firms to file an Annual Audited Report electronically with FINRA through the firm Gateway and with the SEC (main office and regional office) via mail or overnight carrier not more than 60-calendar days after the date selected for their fiscal year end. The Annual Audit must also be … Continue reading Annual Audit Filing Due Date (Period Ending 12/31/2019)
Monthly Net Capital Computation (Month ending 2/29/2020)
In accordance with SEC Rule 15c3-1, each broker/dealer registered pursuant to section 15 of the Act must have evidence of the computation of net capital monthly. That computation should be completed and approved by the FINOP within 17 business days after the end of each month.
Monthly & Fifth’ FOCUS IIA Filings (Month ending 2/28/19)
In accordance with SEC Rule 17a-5(a)(2)(ii)-(iii), each broker/dealer registered pursuant to section 15 of the Act who clears transactions or carries customer accounts shall file Part II of Form X-17 A-5 within 17 business days after the end of the month. The fifth FOCUS filing is required for every broker or dealer who does not … Continue reading Monthly & Fifth’ FOCUS IIA Filings (Month ending 2/28/19)
SIPC 6 Assessment (Fiscal year ending August 31, 2020)
Members of SIPC are required to pay an assessment on Net Operating Revenue, as defined by the SIPC By Laws Article VI, for the first half of each fiscal year. The SIPC 6 General Assessment Reconciliation is to be filed by all members of the Securities Investor Protection Corporation no later than 60 days after … Continue reading SIPC 6 Assessment (Fiscal year ending August 31, 2020)
SIPC 7 Assessment (Fiscal year ending January 31, 2020)
Members of SIPC are required to pay an assessment on Net Operating Revenue as defined by the SIPC By Laws Article VI. The SIPC 7 General Assessment Reconciliation is to be filed by all members of the Securities Investor Protection Corporation no later than 60 days after the fiscal year end of the SIPC Member.
Annual Audit Filing Due Date (Period Ending 1/31/2020)
SEC Rule 17a-5(d) requires that FINRA member firms to file an Annual Audited Report electronically with FINRA through the firm Gateway and with the SEC (main office and regional office) via mail or overnight carrier not more than 60-calendar days after the date selected for their fiscal year end. The Annual Audit must also be … Continue reading Annual Audit Filing Due Date (Period Ending 1/31/2020)
MSRB Quarterly Form G-37 Disclosure Submission Period Opens
MSRB Rule G-37 requires each broker, dealer or municipal securities dealer shall, by the last day of the month following the end of each calendar quarter send to the MSRB Form G-37 setting forth, in the prescribed format, the following information: (A) for contributions to officials of issuers (other than a contribution made by a … Continue reading MSRB Quarterly Form G-37 Disclosure Submission Period Opens
Monthly Net Capital Computation (Month ending 3/31/2020)
In accordance with SEC Rule 15c3-1, each broker/dealer registered pursuant to section 15 of the Act must have evidence of the computation of net capital monthly. That computation should be completed and approved by the FINOP within 17 business days after the end of each month.
Quarterly FOCUS Part llA Filings (Quarter ending 3/31/2020)
In accordance with SEC Rule 17a-5(a)(2)(iii), each broker/dealer registered pursuant to section 15 of the Act who does not carry nor clear transactions nor carry customer accounts shall file Part IIA of Form X-17 A-5 within 17 business days after the end of each calendar quarter.
Quarterly Form Custody (Quarter ended 3/31/2020)
A broker-dealer must file Form Custody with FINRA via the Gateway within 17 business days after the end of each calendar quarter.
Quarterly Supplemental Inventory Schedule (SIS) Report (Quarter ended 3/31/2020)
The SIS must be filed by a firm that is required to file FOCUS Report Part II, FOCUS Report Part IIA or FOGS Report Part I, with inventory positions as of the end of the FOCUS or FOGS reporting period, unless the firm has (1) a minimum dollar net capital or liquid capital requirement of … Continue reading Quarterly Supplemental Inventory Schedule (SIS) Report (Quarter ended 3/31/2020)
Quarterly Supplemental Statement of Income (SSOI) (Quarter ending 3/31/2019)
FINRA Rule 4524 requires each member firm to file a Supplemental Statement of Income (“SSOI”) within 20 business days after the end of each calendar quarter via the FINRA Gateway. The SSOI is designed to provide FINRA with greater detail regarding firm’s revenue and expenses.
SIPC 7 Assessment (Fiscal year ending February 29, 2020)
Members of SIPC are required to pay an assessment on Net Operating Revenue as defined by the SIPC By Laws Article VI. The SIPC 7 General Assessment Reconciliation is to be filed by all members of the Securities Investor Protection Corporation no later than 60 days after the fiscal year end of the SIPC Member.
Annual Audit Filing Due Date (Period Ending 2/28/2020)
SEC Rule 17a-5(d) requires that FINRA member firms to file an Annual Audited Report electronically with FINRA through the firm Gateway and with the SEC (main office and regional office) via mail or overnight carrier not more than 60-calendar days after the date selected for their fiscal year end. The Annual Audit must also be … Continue reading Annual Audit Filing Due Date (Period Ending 2/28/2020)
SIPC 6 Assessment (Fiscal year ending September 30, 2020)
Members of SIPC are required to pay an assessment on Net Operating Revenue, as defined by the SIPC By Laws Article VI, for the first half of each fiscal year. The SIPC 6 General Assessment Reconciliation is to be filed by all members of the Securities Investor Protection Corporation no later than 60 days after … Continue reading SIPC 6 Assessment (Fiscal year ending September 30, 2020)
Supplemental Schedule of Derivatives and Other Off-Balance Sheet Items (Form OBS) (Quarter ended 3/31/2020)
Unless subject to the de minimis exception, the Form OBS must be filed by (1) all FINRA member firms that self-clear their proprietary transactions or clear transactions for others or carry customer accounts; and (2) all other FINRA member firms that have, pursuant to SEA Rule 15c3-1, a minimum dollar net capital requirement equal to … Continue reading Supplemental Schedule of Derivatives and Other Off-Balance Sheet Items (Form OBS) (Quarter ended 3/31/2020)
MSRB Quarterly Form G-37 Disclosure Submission Deadline
MSRB Rule G-37 requires each broker, dealer or municipal securities dealer shall, by the last day of the month following the end of each calendar quarter send to the MSRB Form G-37 setting forth, in the prescribed format, the following information: (A) for contributions to officials of issuers (other than a contribution made by a … Continue reading MSRB Quarterly Form G-37 Disclosure Submission Deadline
Annual Municipal Adviser Professional Fees Due
MSRB A-11 requires the payment of an Annual Municipal Advisor Professional Fee.
Deadline on Comments on Proposed CAB Rule Amendments
Deadline for Comments on FIRNA Proposed Amendments to the Capital Acquisition Broker (CAB) – Regulatory Notice 20-04
Effective Date for Amendments to FINRA Rule 5110 – Corporate Financing Rule
The proposed rule change to amend FINRA Rule 5110 (Corporate Financing Rule – Underwriting Terms and Arrangements) (the “Rule”) becomes effective. The amendments make substantive, organizational and terminology changes to the Rule. The proposed rule change is intended to modernize Rule 5110 and to simplify and clarify its provisions while maintaining important protections for market … Continue reading Effective Date for Amendments to FINRA Rule 5110 – Corporate Financing Rule
FINRA Market Early Close – Friday before Memorial Day (3 p.m. early close)
FINRA operates Monday – Friday during regular business hours. FINRA is closed whenever the markets are closed. In addition, FINRA and financial markets may close early the day before a holiday.
FINRA Market Holiday – Memorial Day
FINRA operates Monday – Friday during regular business hours. FINRA is closed whenever the markets are closed. In addition, FINRA and financial markets may close early the day before a holiday.
Monthly Net Capital Computation (Month ending 4/30/2020)
In accordance with SEC Rule 15c3-1, each broker/dealer registered pursuant to section 15 of the Act must have evidence of the computation of net capital monthly. That computation should be completed and approved by the FINOP within 17 business days after the end of each month.
Monthly & Fifth’ FOCUS IIA Filings (Month ending 4/30/19)
In accordance with SEC Rule 17a-5(a)(2)(ii)-(iii), each broker/dealer registered pursuant to section 15 of the Act who clears transactions or carries customer accounts shall file Part II of Form X-17 A-5 within 17 business days after the end of the month. The fifth FOCUS filing is required for every broker or dealer who does not … Continue reading Monthly & Fifth’ FOCUS IIA Filings (Month ending 4/30/19)
SIPC 7 Assessment (Fiscal year ending March 31, 2020)
Members of SIPC are required to pay an assessment on Net Operating Revenue as defined by the SIPC By Laws Article VI. The SIPC 7 General Assessment Reconciliation is to be filed by all members of the Securities Investor Protection Corporation no later than 60 days after the fiscal year end of the SIPC Member.
SIPC 6 Assessment (Fiscal year ending October 31, 2020)
Members of SIPC are required to pay an assessment on Net Operating Revenue, as defined by the SIPC By Laws Article VI, for the first half of each fiscal year. The SIPC 6 General Assessment Reconciliation is to be filed by all members of the Securities Investor Protection Corporation no later than 60 days after … Continue reading SIPC 6 Assessment (Fiscal year ending October 31, 2020)
FINRA Rule 4530/Customer Complaint Filing Due Dates (Q1 2020)
In accordance with FINRA Rule 4530(d), each member shall report to FINRA statistical and summary information regarding customer complaints in such detail as FINRA shall specify by the 15th day of the month following the calendar quarter in which customer complaints are received by the member. For the purposes of this paragraph, "customer" includes any … Continue reading FINRA Rule 4530/Customer Complaint Filing Due Dates (Q1 2020)
Annual Audit Filing Due Date (Period Ending 3/31/2020)
SEC Rule 17a-5(d) requires that FINRA member firms to file an Annual Audited Report electronically with FINRA through the firm Gateway and with the SEC (main office and regional office) via mail or overnight carrier not more than 60-calendar days after the date selected for their fiscal year end. The Annual Audit must also be … Continue reading Annual Audit Filing Due Date (Period Ending 3/31/2020)
SIFMA – Quarterly Conference
KPMG 345 Park Avenue, New York, NY, United StatesSIFMA sponsors Quarterly Conferences. Conferences feature leading experts with working knowledge of the theory as well as the practical application of each issue. In an afternoon, a member can attend a Quarterly Conference to learn about insurance industry issues such as cybersecurity, accounting, or tax reform as well as the global, federal and, state regulation … Continue reading SIFMA – Quarterly Conference
Monthly Net Capital Computation (Month ending 5/31/2020)
In accordance with SEC Rule 15c3-1, each broker/dealer registered pursuant to section 15 of the Act must have evidence of the computation of net capital monthly. That computation should be completed and approved by the FINOP within 17 business days after the end of each month.
Monthly & Fifth’ FOCUS IIA Filings (Month ending 5/31/19)
In accordance with SEC Rule 17a-5(a)(2)(ii)-(iii), each broker/dealer registered pursuant to section 15 of the Act who clears transactions or carries customer accounts shall file Part II of Form X-17 A-5 within 17 business days after the end of the month. The fifth FOCUS filing is required for every broker or dealer who does not … Continue reading Monthly & Fifth’ FOCUS IIA Filings (Month ending 5/31/19)
SIPC 7 Assessment (Fiscal year ending April 30, 2020)
Members of SIPC are required to pay an assessment on Net Operating Revenue as defined by the SIPC By Laws Article VI. The SIPC 7 General Assessment Reconciliation is to be filed by all members of the Securities Investor Protection Corporation no later than 60 days after the fiscal year end of the SIPC Member.
Annual Audit Filing Due Date (Period Ending 4/30/2020)
SEC Rule 17a-5(d) requires that FINRA member firms to file an Annual Audited Report electronically with FINRA through the firm Gateway and with the SEC (main office and regional office) via mail or overnight carrier not more than 60-calendar days after the date selected for their fiscal year end. The Annual Audit must also be … Continue reading Annual Audit Filing Due Date (Period Ending 4/30/2020)
SIPC 6 Assessment (Fiscal year ending November 30, 2020)
Members of SIPC are required to pay an assessment on Net Operating Revenue, as defined by the SIPC By Laws Article VI, for the first half of each fiscal year. The SIPC 6 General Assessment Reconciliation is to be filed by all members of the Securities Investor Protection Corporation no later than 60 days after … Continue reading SIPC 6 Assessment (Fiscal year ending November 30, 2020)
MSRB Quarterly Form G-37 Disclosure Submission Period Opens
MSRB Rule G-37 requires each broker, dealer or municipal securities dealer shall, by the last day of the month following the end of each calendar quarter send to the MSRB Form G-37 setting forth, in the prescribed format, the following information: (A) for contributions to officials of issuers (other than a contribution made by a … Continue reading MSRB Quarterly Form G-37 Disclosure Submission Period Opens
FINRA Market Early Close – Day before Independence Day (1 p.m. early close)
FINRA operates Monday – Friday during regular business hours. FINRA is closed whenever the markets are closed. In addition, FINRA and financial markets may close early the day before a holiday.
FINRA Market Holiday – Independence Day
FINRA operates Monday – Friday during regular business hours. FINRA is closed whenever the markets are closed. In addition, FINRA and financial markets may close early the day before a holiday.
FINRA Rule 4530/Customer Complaint Filing Due Dates (Q2 2020)
In accordance with FINRA Rule 4530(d), each member shall report to FINRA statistical and summary information regarding customer complaints in such detail as FINRA shall specify by the 15th day of the month following the calendar quarter in which customer complaints are received by the member. For the purposes of this paragraph, "customer" includes any … Continue reading FINRA Rule 4530/Customer Complaint Filing Due Dates (Q2 2020)
Monthly Net Capital Computation (Month ending 6/30/2020)
In accordance with SEC Rule 15c3-1, each broker/dealer registered pursuant to section 15 of the Act must have evidence of the computation of net capital monthly. That computation should be completed and approved by the FINOP within 17 business days after the end of each month.
Quarterly FOCUS Part llA Filings (Quarter ending 6/30/2020)
In accordance with SEC Rule 17a-5(a)(2)(iii), each broker/dealer registered pursuant to section 15 of the Act who does not carry nor clear transactions nor carry customer accounts shall file Part IIA of Form X-17 A-5 within 17 business days after the end of each calendar quarter.
Quarterly Form Custody (Quarter ended 6/30/2020)
A broker-dealer must file Form Custody with FINRA via the Gateway within 17 business days after the end of each calendar quarter.
Quarterly Supplemental Inventory Schedule (SIS) Report (Quarter ended 6/30/2020)
The SIS must be filed by a firm that is required to file FOCUS Report Part II, FOCUS Report Part IIA or FOGS Report Part I, with inventory positions as of the end of the FOCUS or FOGS reporting period, unless the firm has (1) a minimum dollar net capital or liquid capital requirement of … Continue reading Quarterly Supplemental Inventory Schedule (SIS) Report (Quarter ended 6/30/2020)
Quarterly Supplemental Statement of Income (SSOI) (Quarter ending 6/30/2019)
FINRA Rule 4524 requires each member firm to file a Supplemental Statement of Income (“SSOI”) within 20 business days after the end of each calendar quarter via the FINRA Gateway. The SSOI is designed to provide FINRA with greater detail regarding firm’s revenue and expenses.
SIPC 6 Assessment (Fiscal year ending December 31, 2020)
Members of SIPC are required to pay an assessment on Net Operating Revenue, as defined by the SIPC By Laws Article VI, for the first half of each fiscal year. The SIPC 6 General Assessment Reconciliation is to be filed by all members of the Securities Investor Protection Corporation no later than 60 days after … Continue reading SIPC 6 Assessment (Fiscal year ending December 31, 2020)
Annual Audit Filing Due Date (Period Ending 5/31/2020)
SEC Rule 17a-5(d) requires that FINRA member firms to file an Annual Audited Report electronically with FINRA through the firm Gateway and with the SEC (main office and regional office) via mail or overnight carrier not more than 60-calendar days after the date selected for their fiscal year end. The Annual Audit must also be … Continue reading Annual Audit Filing Due Date (Period Ending 5/31/2020)
Supplemental Schedule of Derivatives and Other Off-Balance Sheet Items (Form OBS) (Quarter ended 6/30/2020)
Unless subject to the de minimis exception, the Form OBS must be filed by (1) all FINRA member firms that self-clear their proprietary transactions or clear transactions for others or carry customer accounts; and (2) all other FINRA member firms that have, pursuant to SEA Rule 15c3-1, a minimum dollar net capital requirement equal to … Continue reading Supplemental Schedule of Derivatives and Other Off-Balance Sheet Items (Form OBS) (Quarter ended 6/30/2020)
MSRB Quarterly Form G-37 Disclosure Submission Deadline
MSRB Rule G-37 requires each broker, dealer or municipal securities dealer shall, by the last day of the month following the end of each calendar quarter send to the MSRB Form G-37 setting forth, in the prescribed format, the following information: (A) for contributions to officials of issuers (other than a contribution made by a … Continue reading MSRB Quarterly Form G-37 Disclosure Submission Deadline
Monthly Net Capital Computation (Month ending 7/31/2020)
In accordance with SEC Rule 15c3-1, each broker/dealer registered pursuant to section 15 of the Act must have evidence of the computation of net capital monthly. That computation should be completed and approved by the FINOP within 17 business days after the end of each month.
Monthly & Fifth’ FOCUS IIA Filings (Month ending 7/31/19)
In accordance with SEC Rule 17a-5(a)(2)(ii)-(iii), each broker/dealer registered pursuant to section 15 of the Act who clears transactions or carries customer accounts shall file Part II of Form X-17 A-5 within 17 business days after the end of the month. The fifth FOCUS filing is required for every broker or dealer who does not … Continue reading Monthly & Fifth’ FOCUS IIA Filings (Month ending 7/31/19)
SIPC 7 Assessment (Fiscal year ending June 30, 2020)
Members of SIPC are required to pay an assessment on Net Operating Revenue as defined by the SIPC By Laws Article VI. The SIPC 7 General Assessment Reconciliation is to be filed by all members of the Securities Investor Protection Corporation no later than 60 days after the fiscal year end of the SIPC Member.
Annual Audit Filing Due Date (Period Ending 6/30/2020)
SEC Rule 17a-5(d) requires that FINRA member firms to file an Annual Audited Report electronically with FINRA through the firm Gateway and with the SEC (main office and regional office) via mail or overnight carrier not more than 60-calendar days after the date selected for their fiscal year end. The Annual Audit must also be … Continue reading Annual Audit Filing Due Date (Period Ending 6/30/2020)
FINRA Market Early Close – Friday before Labor Day (3 p.m. early close)
FINRA operates Monday – Friday during regular business hours. FINRA is closed whenever the markets are closed. In addition, FINRA and financial markets may close early the day before a holiday.
FINRA Market Holiday – Labor Day
FINRA operates Monday – Friday during regular business hours. FINRA is closed whenever the markets are closed. In addition, FINRA and financial markets may close early the day before a holiday.
SIFMA – Annual Conference
The Borgata 1 Borgata Way, Atlantic City, NJ, United StatesSIFMA sponsors Quarterly Conferences. Conferences feature leading experts with working knowledge of the theory as well as the practical application of each issue. In an afternoon, a member can attend a Quarterly Conference to learn about insurance industry issues such as cybersecurity, accounting, or tax reform as well as the global, federal and, state regulation … Continue reading SIFMA – Annual Conference
Monthly Net Capital Computation (Month ending 8/31/2020)
In accordance with SEC Rule 15c3-1, each broker/dealer registered pursuant to section 15 of the Act must have evidence of the computation of net capital monthly. That computation should be completed and approved by the FINOP within 17 business days after the end of each month.
Monthly & Fifth’ FOCUS IIA Filings (Month ending 8/31/19)
In accordance with SEC Rule 17a-5(a)(2)(ii)-(iii), each broker/dealer registered pursuant to section 15 of the Act who clears transactions or carries customer accounts shall file Part II of Form X-17 A-5 within 17 business days after the end of the month. The fifth FOCUS filing is required for every broker or dealer who does not … Continue reading Monthly & Fifth’ FOCUS IIA Filings (Month ending 8/31/19)
SIPC 7 Assessment (Fiscal year ending July 31, 2020)
Members of SIPC are required to pay an assessment on Net Operating Revenue as defined by the SIPC By Laws Article VI. The SIPC 7 General Assessment Reconciliation is to be filed by all members of the Securities Investor Protection Corporation no later than 60 days after the fiscal year end of the SIPC Member.
Annual Audit Filing Due Date (Period Ending 7/31/2020)
SEC Rule 17a-5(d) requires that FINRA member firms to file an Annual Audited Report electronically with FINRA through the firm Gateway and with the SEC (main office and regional office) via mail or overnight carrier not more than 60-calendar days after the date selected for their fiscal year end. The Annual Audit must also be … Continue reading Annual Audit Filing Due Date (Period Ending 7/31/2020)
MSRB Quarterly Form G-37 Disclosure Submission Period Opens
MSRB Rule G-37 requires each broker, dealer or municipal securities dealer shall, by the last day of the month following the end of each calendar quarter send to the MSRB Form G-37 setting forth, in the prescribed format, the following information: (A) for contributions to officials of issuers (other than a contribution made by a … Continue reading MSRB Quarterly Form G-37 Disclosure Submission Period Opens
FINRA Rule 4530/Customer Complaint Filing Due Dates (Q3 2020)
In accordance with FINRA Rule 4530(d), each member shall report to FINRA statistical and summary information regarding customer complaints in such detail as FINRA shall specify by the 15th day of the month following the calendar quarter in which customer complaints are received by the member. For the purposes of this paragraph, "customer" includes any … Continue reading FINRA Rule 4530/Customer Complaint Filing Due Dates (Q3 2020)
NSCP National Conference
Baltimore, MDThe NSCP National Conference provides a setting for Investment Advisers, Private Funds and Broker-Dealer industry professionals to ask questions and share concerns with the regulators and fellow attendees. Facilitated by industry professionals, attendees will meet and discuss those issues most pressing to them, before they meet with the SEC, DOL & FINRA regulators.
Monthly Net Capital Computation (Month ending 9/30/2020)
In accordance with SEC Rule 15c3-1, each broker/dealer registered pursuant to section 15 of the Act must have evidence of the computation of net capital monthly. That computation should be completed and approved by the FINOP within 17 business days after the end of each month.
Quarterly FOCUS Part llA Filings (Quarter ending 9/30/2020)
In accordance with SEC Rule 17a-5(a)(2)(iii), each broker/dealer registered pursuant to section 15 of the Act who does not carry nor clear transactions nor carry customer accounts shall file Part IIA of Form X-17 A-5 within 17 business days after the end of each calendar quarter.
Quarterly Form Custody (Quarter ended 9/30/2020)
A broker-dealer must file Form Custody with FINRA via the Gateway within 17 business days after the end of each calendar quarter.
Quarterly Supplemental Inventory Schedule (SIS) Report (Quarter ended 9/30/2020)
The SIS must be filed by a firm that is required to file FOCUS Report Part II, FOCUS Report Part IIA or FOGS Report Part I, with inventory positions as of the end of the FOCUS or FOGS reporting period, unless the firm has (1) a minimum dollar net capital or liquid capital requirement of … Continue reading Quarterly Supplemental Inventory Schedule (SIS) Report (Quarter ended 9/30/2020)
Quarterly Supplemental Statement of Income (SSOI) (Quarter ending 9/30/2020)
FINRA Rule 4524 requires each member firm to file a Supplemental Statement of Income (“SSOI”) within 20 business days after the end of each calendar quarter via the FINRA Gateway. The SSOI is designed to provide FINRA with greater detail regarding firm’s revenue and expenses.
SIPC 7 Assessment (Fiscal year ending August 31, 2020)
Members of SIPC are required to pay an assessment on Net Operating Revenue as defined by the SIPC By Laws Article VI. The SIPC 7 General Assessment Reconciliation is to be filed by all members of the Securities Investor Protection Corporation no later than 60 days after the fiscal year end of the SIPC Member.
Annual Audit Filing Due Date (Period Ending 8/31/2020)
SEC Rule 17a-5(d) requires that FINRA member firms to file an Annual Audited Report electronically with FINRA through the firm Gateway and with the SEC (main office and regional office) via mail or overnight carrier not more than 60-calendar days after the date selected for their fiscal year end. The Annual Audit must also be … Continue reading Annual Audit Filing Due Date (Period Ending 8/31/2020)
MSRB Quarterly Form G-37 Disclosure Submission Deadline
MSRB Rule G-37 requires each broker, dealer or municipal securities dealer shall, by the last day of the month following the end of each calendar quarter send to the MSRB Form G-37 setting forth, in the prescribed format, the following information: (A) for contributions to officials of issuers (other than a contribution made by a … Continue reading MSRB Quarterly Form G-37 Disclosure Submission Deadline
Annual MSRB Registration Fees Due
As part of its initial registration and annually thereafter, based on the fiscal year of the Board, each broker, dealer, municipal securities dealer, and municipal advisor shall pay to the Board an annual registration fee of $1,000. The annual registration fee shall be payable in the manner provided by the MSRB Registration Manual. Subsequent to … Continue reading Annual MSRB Registration Fees Due
Supplemental Schedule of Derivatives and Other Off-Balance Sheet Items (Form OBS) (Quarter ended 9/30/2020)
Unless subject to the de minimis exception, the Form OBS must be filed by (1) all FINRA member firms that self-clear their proprietary transactions or clear transactions for others or carry customer accounts; and (2) all other FINRA member firms that have, pursuant to SEA Rule 15c3-1, a minimum dollar net capital requirement equal to … Continue reading Supplemental Schedule of Derivatives and Other Off-Balance Sheet Items (Form OBS) (Quarter ended 9/30/2020)
NSCP National Conference
Gaylord National Harbor Resort & Convention Center 201 Waterfront Street, National Harbor, MD, United StatesThe NSCP National Conference provides a setting for Investment Advisers, Private Funds and Broker-Dealer industry professionals to ask questions and share concerns with the regulators and fellow attendees. Facilitated by industry professionals, attendees will meet and discuss those issues most pressing to them, before they meet with the SEC, DOL & FINRA regulators.
FINRA Small Firms Conference
Fairmont Miramar Hotel & Bungalows 101 Wilshire Boulevard, Santa Monica, CAThe Small Firm Conference focuses on small firms’ practices and tips for complying with FINRA rules