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New SEC Custody Rule has Little Impact on Hedge Funds

Posted under Custody,SEC on January 8th, 2010 by Judith Gross0 comments

In an effort to beef up surveillance of financial firms that hold custody of client assets, the SEC passed a final rule at the end of 2009 which amended the existing Custody Rule (Rule 206(4)-2 under the Investment Advisers Act of 1940). When the amendment was put out for public comment, the additional rules were [...]

“Custody Rule” Reminder for Investment Advisers

Posted under Compliance Program,Custody,SEC on June 25th, 2008 by Judith Gross0 comments

As we head around toward the end of the second quarter — and thus the likely passing of 120 (or 180) days after fiscal year end — hedge fund compliance pros know that it is time to ensure that “custody rule” requirements have been met at their shop. While the SEC’s Rule 206(4)-2 can be [...]