FINRA published answers to frequently asked questions that address issues concerning a new employee trading rule.

The SEC Division of Trading and Markets granted exemptive relief to Deutsche Bank from the prohibitions of Rules 101 and 102 under Regulation M in order for the bank and certain affiliates to conduct "ordinary-course" activities in connection with a rights offering.

The SEC approved a rule amendment that alters the settlement cycle from three business days after the trade date (T+3) to two business days (T+2). The amendment is expected to improve capital efficiency and reduce risk.

In a Joint Report submitted to Congress, member agencies of the Federal Financial Institutions Examination Council and the National Credit Union Administration outlined interagency and agency actions to reduce regulatory burdens on financial institutions.

The SEC approved a proposal by FINRA to adopt the Rule 6800 Series.