The SEC's New York Regional Office (NYRO) will host a virtual compliance outreach seminar for investment advisers and investment companies in the New York area. The event will take place on Tuesday, June 16, 2026, beginning at 9:15 a.m. Eastern. The event is free and open for the public to attend. Registration is not required.
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On June 8th, the SEC approved rules that establish joint data standards under the Financial Data Transparency Act of 2022 (FDTA). The rulemaking establishes technical standards for data submitted to certain financial regulatory agencies, making financial data more accessible, uniform, and useful to the public. The joint data standards would make it easier for financial institutions to file reports across multiple agencies and help regulators carry out the SEC’s oversight functions with greater efficacy. Continue reading "SEC Adopts Joint Data Standards Rules Under FDTA" »

In February 2026, the International Financial Reporting Standards Foundation (IFRS) announced that the IFRS Accounting Taxonomy 2025 would remain current for the 2026 reporting period as there have been no updates to the technology or content. Stakeholders should continue to use the IFRS Accounting Taxonomy 2025 when tagging financial information, in accordance with local jurisdictional filing requirements. Continue reading "Reminder: IFRS Accounting Taxonomy 2025 Remains..." »

On June 1st, the SEC canceled EDGAR software release 26.2, which was planned for June 15, 2026. Draft EDGAR Filer Manual revisions and draft Technical Specifications related to the release that previously was published on May 15th are no longer relevant and have been removed from the SEC’s site. Associated changes made to the EDGAR Beta Environment will be reverted on June 1st. Continue reading "SEC Cancels June 2026 EDGAR Release" »

The SEC’s Investor Advisory Committee will hold an open meeting via webcast on the SEC’s site that will take place on Thursday, June 4, 2026, beginning at 10:00 a.m. ET. The meeting is free for the public to attend. The meeting will cover committee matters, including subcommittee reports and approval of previous meeting minutes.
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On May 14th, the United States Government Accountability Office (GAO) released a new report to satisfy requirements detailed in the Financial Data Transparency Act (FDTA). The Act requires the GAO to evaluate the establishment of a Standard Business Reporting-type (SBR) program in the United States and to begin developing shared data standards among financial regulators. The standards are intended to reduce reporting burdens, improve data quality, and steer the United States toward a system similar to SBR used in other countries. Continue reading "GAO Issues Report on Standard Business..." »

The SEC will be closed Monday, May 25th in observance of Memorial Day. The EDGAR System will not receive, process or accept filings on this day. Filings with a due date of May 25th will be due the following business day. The FERC will also be closed in observation of Memorial Day. eForms will accept filings submitted on May 25th. {expires: 2026-05-26} Continue reading "Memorial Day" »

On May 15th, the EDGAR Business Office issued a preview of the upcoming updates to the EDGAR system’s capabilities, technical specifications, and the draft EDGAR Filer Manual prior to the approaching EDGAR software release. The release is currently scheduled for June 15, 2026, and filers may review and test the expected EDGAR system changes in the EDGAR Beta Environment beginning June 1, 2026. Continue reading "SEC Provides Preview of June 2026 EDGAR Release..." »

On May 19th, the SEC proposed reforms intended to improve the efficiency, resilience, and cost‑effectiveness of registered offerings while remaining focused on providing strong investor protections. The proposal seeks to streamline the public‑company reporting framework and more closely align disclosure requirements with a company’s size and phase of development. The proposal is designed to respond to years of increasing regulatory complexity and a sustained drop in the number of public companies. By simplifying offerings and customizing disclosure requirements, the SEC aims to encourage more businesses, especially small and mid‑sized issuers, to go public and remain in the public markets. Continue reading "SEC Proposes to Modernize Registered Offerings..." »

On May 7th, the Municipal Securities Rulemaking Board (MSRB) published its strategic plan for fiscal years 2026–2030, which details a multi‑year plan focused on regulatory modernization, market transparency, and public accountability. The plan is the result of significant engagement with market participants, and is intended to reiterate MSRB’s commitment to protect investors, issuers, and the public interest in a fair and efficient municipal securities market. Continue reading "MSRB Unveils Strategic Plan for Fiscal Years..." »

On May 6th, the Municipal Securities Rulemaking Board (MSRB) released a correction to its April 23rd request for public review and comment related to draft amendments to MSRB Rules G-1, G-3, G-20, G-23, and G-37. The rules are intended to retire the term “financial advisor” from several MSRB rules as part of its Municipal Advisor Retrospective Rule Review. The correction specifically addresses two issues in the draft amendments to Rule G‑23 that appeared in the earlier notice, but all other sections of the April 23rd notice remain unchanged. Continue reading "MSRB Publishes Correction to Draft Amendments..." »

On May 1st, the SEC’s Division of Trading and Markets adopted technical amendments to Rule 610 of Regulation NMS under the Exchange Act. The amendments are designed to modernize outdated cross‑references in provisions governing locking and crossing quotations. The rulemaking also corrects an obsolete reference in the rules that delegate authority to SEC staff to allow certain exemptions. Continue reading "SEC Adopts Technical Amendments to Update..." »

On May 5th, the SEC proposed rule and form amendments that would allow public companies to file semiannual reports instead of traditional quarterly reports. The change would offer issuers greater flexibility in meeting interim reporting obligations under federal securities laws. Under the proposal, companies subject to Exchange Act Sections 13(a) or 15(d) may choose to file a new Form 10‑S twice a year in place of Form 10‑Q. Rather than file three quarterly reports and one annual report, eligible companies could choose the streamlined option to file one semiannual report and one annual report per fiscal year. Continue reading "SEC Proposes Rules to Allow Optional Semiannual..." »

XBRL US and Pro Groups jointly will host a free webinar to discuss how artificial intelligence (AI) is changing the world of corporate accounting on Tuesday, May 5, 2025, beginning at 3:00 p.m. (ET). The event is free, but registration is required. Continue reading "XBRL US, Pro Groups to Host Webinar on..." »

On April 28th, the Municipal Securities Rulemaking Board (MSRB) released for public review and comment a rule proposal to modify Rule G‑12(c). The proposed rule would update Rule G‑12(c), which regulates confirmation requirements for inter‑dealer municipal securities transactions that cannot be processed through automated comparison systems. The proposed rule supports the MSRB’s ongoing review of its rules, published guidance, and rulebook modernization efforts to align with current technology and operational standards. Continue reading "MSRB Proposes Updates to Rule G‑12 to Modernize..." »