The CFTC awarded approximately $2.5 million to an individual whistleblower for information provided in connection with a CFTC action. Notwithstanding the high nominal amount, the award was reduced to reflect a delay by the whistleblower in reporting the violation to the CFTC.

SEC Commissioner Hester M. Peirce expressed concern regarding the accuracy of experts' criteria for assessing a company's environmental, social and governance factors.

The SEC, CFTC and UK Financial Conduct Authority intend to target "opportunistic strategies" in the credit derivatives markets, according to a Joint Statement.

The Federal Reserve Board and the CFPB adopted amendments to Regulation CC, which will adjust the amount of funds that depository institutions make available to customers for inflation.

CFTC Office of International Affairs Director Eric J. Pan will leave the agency in August 2019.