Opportunity
Federal Register #OMB Control No. 3235-0804
SEC Request for Comment on Extension of Rule 13f-2 Information Collection
Buyer
Securities and Exchange Commission
Posted
July 27, 2026
Identifier
OMB Control No. 3235-0804
The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is seeking public comment on its proposal to extend the information collection requirements related to Rule 13f-2. - Government Buyer: - Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) - Purpose: - Extension of information collection requirements for Rule 13f-2 - Rule 13f-2 governs monthly reporting of short position and short activity by institutional investment managers - Products/Services Requested: - No products or services are being procured - Regulatory information collection only - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Solicits feedback on the burden, utility, and quality of the information collection - Invites suggestions for minimizing respondent burden and improving data quality - OEMs and Vendors: - No OEMs or vendors mentioned; not a procurement opportunity
Description
The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) proposes to extend the existing collection of information related to Rule 13f-2, which pertains to short position and short activity reporting by institutional investment managers. The rule requires certain institutional investment managers to report monthly on Form SHO their short position and short activity data for certain equity securities. This extension aims to maintain transparency and oversight of short sale activities in the market. The notice invites public comment on the extension and the burden of the information collection.