The appointment of the former CFTC chief "is expected to put an end to the four years of rule-easing" that Wall Street has enjoyed under Jay Clayton.
A proposed rule change would allow internet platform workers to "participate at a measured level in the growth of the companies that their efforts support."
The number of new enforcement actions fell 17% this year but the SEC opened more than 150 COVID-related inquiries and investigations.
Megan Zietsman, chief auditor and director of professional standards of the PCAOB, will replace Jim Kaiser, who is retiring.
Under a new test, financially sophisticated investors will be able to participate in private placements even if they do not meet wealth thresholds.
While it's too early to measure the impact the disease will have on companies, finance chiefs should be prepared to deal with these risk factors.
“The whistleblower program continues to have a significant positive impact on the commission’s enforcement efforts and protection of investors and markets."
Proposed rule changes would pressure proxy advisory firms to take a more management-friendly stance in their reports and vote recommendations.
Rebekah Goshorn Jurata replaces Kathleen Hamm, a cybersecurity expert who had been seeking a second term on the board.
“There are strong indications that rating agencies are continuing to prop up risky financial products," the senator told SEC Chair Jay Clayton.
All companies will now be able to gauge the interest of institutional investors in a possible public offering before filing a registration statement.
Wes Bricker's three-year tenure will end in June, with his deputy Sagar Teotia taking over as acting chief accountant.
