Justice Department revises merger remedies guidelines. Investor rights groups urge reopening of comment period on SEC amendments to shareholder proposal rule. GAO recommends enhancements to FDIC risk supervision. Private equity purchasers and SPACs may be “preferred” divestiture buyers under new DOJ guidelines for merger remedies.

The New York State Department of Financial Services urges the OCC to withdraw "true lender” rule proposal. DOJ updates its Antitrust Division Merger Remedies Manual. SEC finalizes rule governing proxy advisory firms.

Money transfer companies settle CFPB charges for remittance transfer violations. FIA highlights role of derivatives in sustainability efforts. FINRA proposes temporary rule amendments to allow virtual hearings.

SEC Commissioner Peirce promotes corporate focus on maximizing value. Company settles SEC charges for material misrepresentations in financial statements.

SEC expands definitions of “Accredited Investor” and “Qualified Institutional Buyer”. SEC adopts amendments to public company reporting requirements. SEC provides limited exemptive relief from Reg. SHO requirements due to COVID-19.

SEC approves registered sale of securities represented by digital tokens. Global IT company settles SEC charges for accounting violations. OCC authorizes closure of banks along U.S. gulf coast.

NFA OKs FinCEN customer due diligence FAQ. An FCM settles CFTC charges for net capital rule violations. A bank settles CFPB charges for improper sales practices concerning overdraft protection services.