ICYMI: EDGAR Release 26.3: What Form 13F and XBRL Filers Need to Know
The SEC deployed EDGAR Release 26.3 on September 14, 2026, with two updates that could affect your next filing. The release corrects a labeling error in the Form 13F and 13F-CTR submission templates, and EDGAR no longer accepts 2024 taxonomy versions, including US GAAP/2024, SRT/2024, and IFRS/2024. Our article covers what changed, who it affects, and what to check before you file. → Click here to read the full report.
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SEC’s New E-Delivery Proposal: What It Means for Fund Disclosure Mailings
On July 16, 2026, the SEC proposed Regulation E-Delivery, which would make electronic delivery the default for required disclosures without prior investor consent. Investors could still opt out and request free paper copies, and the proposal would rescind Rule 30e-3. Firms could save on printing and postage but will need to update related policies and disclosures. → Read More
E-Delivery Rule Clears OIRA Review: What’s Next Before It’s Proposed
On June 22, 2026, the SEC sent a draft electronic delivery rule to the Office of Management and Budget for review, the final step before public comment. The effort reflects Chair Paul Atkins’ goal of making digital delivery the default for fund disclosures through a technology-neutral framework. → Read More
SEC Proposes Simpler Filer Status Rules: What Public Companies Should Know
On May 19, 2026, the SEC proposed consolidating five filer statuses into two: large accelerated and non-accelerated filers. The large accelerated filer threshold would rise from $700 million to $2 billion, and non-accelerated filers would no longer need an auditor attestation on internal controls. A new “small non-accelerated filer” category would also get extra time to file 10-Ks and 10-Qs. → Read More
SEC Proposes Proxy Solicitation Modernization: What Filers Should Know
On September 16, 2026, the SEC proposed amendments to modernize its proxy solicitation rules under Regulation 14A, aiming to reduce compliance burdens and update rules that, in many cases, haven’t changed in decades. Proposed changes include eliminating the separate annual report to security holders for companies with a Form 10-K on file and shortening the minimum broker search period to five business days. Public comments are due November 20, 2026. → Read More
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ETF Website Disclosure Requirements: Three Must-Haves The SEC Staff Is Watching
SEC staff reviews of ETF websites under Rule 6c-11 found that many funds had the right data but fell short on presentation, timing, or labeling, such as missing CUSIPs, premiums shown in dollars instead of percentages, or stale historic data. The most common miss was the 2% trigger, which requires website disclosure when a premium or discount exceeds 2% for more than seven consecutive trading days. The article outlines three areas to check to keep your ETF site compliant. → Read more
Avoid delays on fee-bearing filings with our new FAQ on wiring SEC filing fees. It covers what an “insufficient fees” warning means, what happens if you file before funds arrive (filings are held for up to 24 hours before suspension), how to check your EDGAR account balance, and what details to include on your wire so the SEC can credit your payment. A downloadable PDF version is also available. → Read more
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