Broker-Dealer Fined for Violations on Non-traditional Exchange Traded Products
Broker-Dealers
Compliance Operations
May 31, 2024
The Case
FINRA has fined a broker-dealer firm alleging violations of rules regarding nontraditional exchange-traded products (NT-ETPs).
The regulator said the firm failed to establish, maintain, and enforce supervisory systems, including written supervisory procedures (WSPs), to achieve compliance with their suitability obligations, including identifying and addressing potentially unsuitable NT-ETP recommendations.
Why Does This Matter?
The enforcement action highlights the importance of establishing and maintaining a supervisory system to ensure compliance with regulations.
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