SEC guidance: Areas of focus for Reg BI
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Kyle Brasseur2020-06-16T15:46:00
The SEC confirmed the June 30 compliance date for its Regulation Best Interest rule, in addition to sharing a handful of areas that deserve attention when making recommendations to investors in accordance with new policy.
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