Broker-Dealer Regulatory Issues: FINRA Gives CABs More Room to Work
Did you know FINRA has amended its Capital Acquisition Broker (CAB) rules, giving these specialized firms significantly greater flexibility in private markets? As of March 25, 2026, the amendments reflect FINRA's broader initiative to modernize its regulatory framework while keeping core investor protections firmly in place.The amendment to the rule expands what CABs can do in several meaningful ways:
• Modified "Institutional Investor" definition - now includes eligible employees of issuer clients
• Buy- and sell-side representation permitted in sales of newly issued, unregistered securities ...
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