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Jun 11
3 min

Bond Buyer: Representation under MSRB proposal an issue for dealers

Congress should pass MSRB Reform Act, sponsored by Sen. Kennedy, to benefit consumers, ensure Congress, SEC have appropriate oversight.

May 8
2 min

The Bond Buyer: Dealers Push for Bond Provisions in Next Coronavirus Bill

Advance refundings would allow states and municipalities across the country to lower their borrowing costs

Apr 29
2 min

Politico: Groups Petition SEC for Rule on Mutual Fund Fees

The advocacy groups supporting the petition along with ASA are all broadly geared toward less regulation and more business-friendly policy

Mar 2
3 min

POLITICO: Lurking Beneath the Market Turmoil, Years of Mounting Financial Risks

Among the concerns are corporate debt, program trading, exchange traded funds and Chinese accounting.

Feb 13
2 min

The Bond Buyer: A New Voice in the Muni Lobby

ASA has thrown its hat into the ring as it plans to become increasingly involved in municipal market issues.

Feb 6
3 min

ASA Opinion: Let’s Do the Right Thing for Massachusetts’ Savers

For Massachusetts to move forward with its own state-based rule when a strong national standard already exists is unnecessary.

Jan 30
3 min

InvestmentNews: 8 predictions for IBDs in 2020

Oh yes, Reg BI is coming. Take a look at some developments that may matter in the IBD space.

Jan 23
1 min

POLITICO: Securities Group Presses to Boost Market for Thinly Traded Securities

ASA sent the letter after a call from the SEC for public comments on how to improve trading for lower-volume equity securities.

Jan 6
4 min

WSJ: Investor Advocates See Risks in Silicon Valley's Favorite IPO Alternative

Direct listings have been embraced by Silicon Valley venture capitalists and big technology companies. But are they safe for Main Street?

Nov 14, 2019
1 min

ASA Launches New Website to Bolster Advocacy and Expand Grassroots Operations

ASA's modernized digital operation will advance advocacy priorities across America & serve as a vital resource for policymakers & the media.

Jul 29, 2019
1 min

Congress Warns the SEC: Don’t Expose Americans to Chinese Hacking

People shouldn’t have to worry about their personal data being hacked when they’re working toward saving for retirement.

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