· Paul S. Atkins · U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission WikiPrepared Remarks Before SEC Speaks
Read full speech on sec.gov ↗ContextSpeech by Paul S. Atkins, Chair of the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission.
Why it mattersThe SEC signals it will open closed-end funds holding private assets to ordinary investors.
Problems raised
- Retail investors are kept out of closed-end funds holding private funds.
- Private fund assets have grown fast without retail access.
- Regulatory costs end up falling on investors.
Solutions proposed
- Review the staff limits on such closed-end funds.
- Widen investment choices in line with investors' horizon and risk.
- Remember that staff statements are not law.