FINRA District 6 (Dallas) Half-Day Compliance Boot Camp
FINRA District 6 Office 12801 North Central Expressway, Ste 1050, Dallas, TX
$195.00
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Memorial Day – Market Holiday
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. http://www.finra.org/AboutFINRA/HolidaySchedule
Annual Audit Filing Due Date (Period Ending 03/31/2019)
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 03/31/2019)
SEC Fintech Forum to Discuss Distributed Ledger Technology and Digital Assets
SEC Washington D.C. headquarters 100 F Street N. E., Washington D.C., DC, United StatesThe Securities and Exchange Commission today announced that its staff will host a public forum focusing on distributed ledger technology (DLT) and digital assets on May 31, 2019. The forum is being organized by the agency’s Strategic Hub for Innovation and Financial Technology (FinHub) and was announced in connection with the launch of FinHub last year. FinHub is … Continue reading SEC Fintech Forum to Discuss Distributed Ledger Technology and Digital Assets
Review and Update Firm Element Continuing Education Plan
FINRA Rule 1250 requires all covered registered persons (any person registered with a member who has direct contact with customers in the conduct of the member's securities sales, trading and investment banking activities, any person registered as an operations professional or research analyst, and to the immediate supervisors of such person) to participate in the … Continue reading Review and Update Firm Element Continuing Education Plan
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 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. http://www.finra.org/AboutFINRA/HolidaySchedule
FINRA Rule 4530/Customer Complaint Filing Due Dates (Q2 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 (Q2 2019)
FINRA Rule 4530/Customer Complaint Filing Due Dates (Q2 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 (Q2 2019)
FINRA District 8 (Chicago) AML Seminar
FINRA District 8 Office 55 West Monroe Street, Chicago, IL
$195.00
FINRA Market Early Close – Christmas Eve (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.
District 7 (Atlanta) District Compliance Meeting
Charlotte Convention Center 501 South College Street, Charlotte, NCSIFMA – C&L Society San Francisco Regional Seminar
The C&L Society San Francisco Regional Seminar gathers compliance and legal professionals working in the financial services industry
Quarterly Form Custody (Quarter ended 6/30/2019)
A broker-dealer must file Form Custody with FINRA via the Gateway within 17 business days after the end of each calendar quarter.
Quarterly FOCUS Part llA Filings (Quarter ending 6/30/2019)
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.
Quarterly Supplemental Inventory Schedule (SIS) Report (Quarter ended 6/30/2019)
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 6/30/2019)
Quarterly Supplemental FOCUS Information Supplemental Statement of Income (SSOI) for Quarter ending 6/30/19. 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.
Annual Audit Filing Due Date (Period Ending 5/31/2019)
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 5/31/2019)
SIPC 7 Assessment (Fiscal year ending May 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 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, 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, 2019)
Disclosure of Order Routing Practices (SEC Rule 606) (Q2 2019)
SEC Rule 606 requires broker/dealers that route orders on behalf of customers to prepare quarterly reports that disclose the identity of the venues to which it routed orders for execution. The reports also will disclose the nature of the broker-dealers relationship with those venues, including the existence of any internalization or payment for order flow … Continue reading Disclosure of Order Routing Practices (SEC Rule 606) (Q2 2019)
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
FINRA District 2 (Los Angeles) Compliance Meeting
Hilton San Diego Del Mar 15575 Jimmy Durante, Del Mar, CAComments Due on MSRB Rule G-23 on Activities of Dealers Acting as Financial Advisors
The Municipal Securities Rulemaking Board (MSRB) is seeking comments on MSRB Rule G-23, on activities of financial advisors, in connection with its ongoing retrospective review of MSRB rules and guidance. This request for comment is intended to elicit input on whether Rule G-23’s requirements on brokers, dealers and municipal securities dealers (together, “dealers”) acting in a financial advisor capacity to issuers … Continue reading Comments Due on MSRB Rule G-23 on Activities of Dealers Acting as Financial Advisors
Monthly Net Capital Computation (Month ending 7/31/2019)
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.
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)
Annual Audit Filing Due Date (Period Ending 6/30/2019)
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 6/30/2019)
SIPC 6 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, 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 January 31, 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. http://www.finra.org/AboutFINRA/HolidaySchedule
SIFMA Compliance &Legal Society September Luncheon
New York, NYFINRA District 4 (Kansas City) Half-Day Compliance Boot Camp
The Marquette Hotel 710 S. Marquette Ave., Minneapolis, MN, United States
$195.00
SIFMA – Listed Options Symposium
New York, NYSIFMA's Listed Options Symposium is a New York City event that brings together industry leaders, representing various roles across the market segment, for in-depth discussions on the state of the options market, and the challenges and opportunities facing investors and market participants.
SIFMA – Equity Market Structure Conference
New York, NYThe SIFMA Equity Market Structure Conference is a one-stop resource for updates from the industry’s leading experts on today’s markets and the ever-evolving regulatory framework that guides them. Join market structure leaders in New York to discuss recommendations and actionable changes to enhance fairness, stability and transparency in the U.S. stock market
SIFMA – Compliance & Legal Society Charlotte Regional Seminar
Charlotte, NCThe C&L Society Charlotte Regional Seminar gathers compliance and legal professionals working in the financial services industry to exchange ideas, strategies and guidance on ways to gain a competitive advantage in the increasingly complex and changing regulatory and compliance arenas.
SIFMA – Fintech Conference
New York, NYSIFMA's Fintech Conference brings together innovators, industry leaders and policymakers in New York City to discuss the emerging fintech evolution and how existing regulatory frameworks can accommodate new transformative technologies.
Monthly Net Capital Computation (Month ending 8/31/2019)
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.
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)
Annual Audit Filing Due Date (Period Ending 7/31/2019)
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 7/31/2019)
SIPC 6 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, 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 February 29, 2020)
SIFMA – Global Corporate Actions Forum
New York, NYThe Global Corporate Actions Forum brings together operations and technology professionals from broker-dealers, banks, asset managers, service providers and clearing firms to discuss the latest regulations, challenges, best practices and emerging technologies affecting Corporate Actions.
FINRA Rule 4530/Customer Complaint Filing Due Dates (Q3 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 (Q3 2019)
SIFMA – AICPA and SIFMA FMS National Conference on the Securities Industry
New York, NYJoin senior executives and regulatory policymakers at The National Conference on the Securities Industry this fall to examine the latest developments in evolving securities regulations, auditing and accounting requirements. Hosted by the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA) and the SIFMA Financial Management Society (SIFMA FMS).
Annual Firm Renewals – Submission of Post-Dated U5 and BR Termination Forms on CRD and or IARD
Beginning 11/1/2019 Firms may begin to submit post-dated Forms U5 and BR Closing / Withrawal, which must be dated December 31, 2019.
2019 FINRA Small Firm 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. Throughout the event, attendees have the opportunity to discuss small firm issues with FINRA senior staff. Agenda Please check this website frequently for updates—the conference agenda will be available at a later date. Location Fairmont Miramar Hotel & Bungalows, … Continue reading 2019 FINRA Small Firm Conference
Quarterly Form Custody (Quarter ended 9/30/2019)
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 9/30/2019)
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 9/30/2019)
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.
Quarterly Supplemental Inventory Schedule (SIS) Report (Quarter ended 9/30/2019)
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 9/30/2019)
Quarterly Supplemental FOCUS Information (SSOI) for Quarter ending 9/30/19. 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.
Annual Audit Filing Due Date (Period Ending 8/31/2019)
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 8/31/2019)
SIPC 6 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, 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 March 31, 2020)
MSRB Quarterly Form G-37 Submission Period Ends
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 Submission Period Ends
Annual Firm Renewals – Submission of Post-Dated BDW and ADV-W Forms on CRD and or IARD
Beginning 11/1/2019 Firms may begin to submit post-dated Forms BDW and ADV-W, which must be dated December 31, 2019.
Annual Firm Renewals – Preliminary Renewal Statements available on Web CRD/IARD
Beginning November 11, 2018, Preliminary Renewal Statements are available for viewing and printing through E-Bill on the CRD of IARD.
Monthly Net Capital Computation (Month ending 10/31/2019)
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.
FINRA Market Early Close – Day before Thanksgiving 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 – Thanksgiving 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. http://www.finra.org/AboutFINRA/HolidaySchedule
Annual Audit Filing Due Date (Period Ending 9/30/2019)
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 9/30/2019)
FINRA Market Early Close – Day after Thanksgiving (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.
SIPC 6 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, 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 April 30, 2020)
Monthly Net Capital Computation (Month ending 11/30/2019)
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.
Monthly & Fifth’ FOCUS IIA Filings (Month ending 11/30/19)
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 11/30/19)
FINRA Holiday: Christmas 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. http://www.finra.org/AboutFINRA/HolidaySchedule
Annual Firm Renewals – Deadline to Submit Form Filings on Web CRD or IARD
Final form filings must be submitted by 6 PM EST via Web CRD or IARD, and electronic funds transfers must be submitted by 3PM.
Annual Audit Filing Due Date (Period Ending 10/31/2019)
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 10/31/2019)
SIPC 6 Assessment (Fiscal year ending May 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 May 31, 2020)
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)