SEC Adopts Amendments to Investment Advisers Act Custody and Recordkeeping Rules

Summary

The Securities and Exchange Commission is implementing new rules requiring investment advisers to undergo annual surprise audits and provide direct account statements to clients, aiming to enhance safeguards for client funds and securities.

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