SEC: No-Action Letters - Trading & Markets

SEC No-Action Letter: DTC Tokenization Services Pilot

The SEC's Division of Trading and Markets issued a no-action letter to The Depository Trust Company (DTC) regarding its pilot program for tokenization services. This guidance allows DTC to proceed with developing and testing its DTCC Tokenization Services using distributed ledger technology for security entitlements.

SEC No-Action Letter for Raymond James Capital Balance Funds

The SEC's Division of Trading and Markets issued a no-action letter to Raymond James & Associates, Inc. (RJA) regarding Rule 17a-13. The letter states the staff will not recommend enforcement action if RJA reconciles capital balance funds according to specified conditions, addressing unique reporting for these alternative investments.

SEC No-Action Relief for Cboe BYX Exchange Rule Modification

The SEC's Division of Trading and Markets has issued no-action relief to Cboe BYX Exchange regarding modifications to its Retail Price Improvement Program. This relief extends to the program's expansion to include securities priced below $1.00, ensuring continued no-action stance on Rule 602 of Regulation NMS.

SEC Grants Vestwell Securities Relief from Annual Audit Filing

The SEC's Division of Trading and Markets will not recommend enforcement action against Vestwell Securities, LLC if it does not file its 2025 audited annual financial statements. This relief is granted based on specific representations made by the firm regarding its operational status and plans.

SEC Grants Capitolis Relief from Audited Financial Filing

The SEC's Division of Trading and Markets will not recommend enforcement action if Capitolis Global Broker Dealer LLC does not file its audited annual financial statements for the fiscal year ending January 31, 2026. This relief is contingent on the firm's audited financial reports for the subsequent fiscal year covering the entire period since its registration.