CFTC Finalizes Rules to Improve Swap Data Reporting

 

On September 17, the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) approved three final rules to revise CFTC regulations for swap data reporting, dissemination and public reporting requirements for market participants. The CFTC also approved a final rule that will permit derivatives clearing organizations organized outside of the U.S. to be registered with the CFTC. The CFTC also approved a supplemental notice of proposed rulemaking regarding amendments to the CFTC’s regulations that govern bankruptcy proceedings for commodity brokers. Release.