SEF Regulatory Update

On April 23, the CFTC issued Guidanceto SEFs regarding the calculation of projected operating costs, in light of certain compliance requirements (see Press ReleaseStatement from Commissioner Wetjen).

On April 22, the CFTC issued two no-action letters:

  • No-Action Relief for SEFs/DCMs in connection with operational or clerical submission errors (through June 15, 2016).
  • No-Action Relief for certain SEF confirmation and recordkeeping requirements (through March 31, 2016).