Federal Register #S7-2026-11

SEC Notice: Request for Exemptive Relief on Rule 17ad-22(e)(18)(iv) – Public Comment Sought

This notice from the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) addresses a request for exemptive relief related to Rule 17ad-22(e)(18)(iv) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. - Government Buyer: - Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) - Scope and Context: - The SEC is seeking public comment on a request for regulatory relief concerning uncleared repurchase (repo) transactions between non-U.S. affiliates of direct participants and their non-U.S. external entities. - The notice is regulatory in nature and does not involve the procurement of products or services. - OEMs and Vendors: - No OEMs or vendors are mentioned, as this is not a procurement action. - Products/Services Requested: - No products or services are being requested or purchased. - Unique or Notable Requirements: - The SEC is soliciting detailed public input on the potential impacts of granting the requested relief, including effects on market liquidity, competition, systemic risk, and reporting requirements. - The notice includes specific questions for stakeholders to address in their comments. - Place of Performance/Delivery: - The SEC is the sole federal office involved; no physical delivery or performance locations are specified.

Description

This notice pertains to a request for exemptive relief from certain provisions of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, specifically related to uncleared repo transactions between all non-U.S. affiliates of the direct participant and their non-U.S. external entities. The document discusses regulatory relief and includes a request for public comment on the impact of the relief on market liquidity, competition, and systemic risk. Interested parties are invited to submit comments by May 29, 2026.

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