The SEC has adopted rule amendments that will require more broker-dealers to register with FINRA and enhance the regulation of private fund advisers, narrowing exemptions from Section 15(b)(8) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, leading to enhanced oversight and regulation; private fund advisers are now required to provide investors with quarterly statements, obtain an annual audit for each private fund, and obtain a fairness or valuation opinion in connection with an adviser-led secondary transaction; these new rules aim to enhance transparency, integrity, and competition among advisers. The amendments will require all registered advisers to document the annual review of their compliance policies and procedures, contributing to regulatory and investor protection measures. This decision aligns with the SEC's mission to promote transparency and competition in the market, ensuring all types of investors are protected. Additionally, the SEC has reopened the comment period on its proposed rule to redesignate and amend the current custody rule, further enhancing the safeguards for customer assets managed by registered investment advisers. For more information click the link!

https://www.journalofaccountancy.com/news/2023/aug/sec-adopts-amendments-impacting-broker-dealers-private-fund-advisers.html