Novaworks Weblog - SEC

GoFiler 6.6a Now Available

nospam@example.com (The Novaworks Team) — Mon, 14 Sep 2026 17:30:00 -0400

Version 6.6a of GoFiler has been released. This version corresponds to EDGAR Release 26.3 and contains changes and improvements for XBRL, including the new FND 2026q3 taxonomy, as well as updates to Form 13F and Section 16. Changes were also made to other EDGAR forms and to the proofing of most EDGAR forms to change how the software handles proofing an empty CCC field.

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EDGAR Release 26.3

nospam@example.com (LeAnn Dey) — Mon, 14 Sep 2026 12:30:00 -0400

Effective September 14, 2026, EDGAR Release 26.3 adds new filing interfaces, updates address limits, revises templates, introduces the FND‑2026q3 taxonomy, and retires several 2024 taxonomies. Continue reading "EDGAR Release 26.3"

SEC Staff to Hold Roundtable on Preparations for 24-Hour Trading

nospam@example.com (LeAnn Dey) — Wed, 09 Sep 2026 16:45:00 -0400

SEC staff will host a public roundtable to discuss preparations for moving US equity markets toward 24‑hour trading, overnight operations, the opportunities and challenges of continuous trading, and how those measures would boost market resiliency. The event will take place on Thursday, September 17, 2026, from 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. ET, and is open for the public virtually to attend on the SEC’s site. Registration is required.

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Labor Day

nospam@example.com (LeAnn Dey) — Fri, 04 Sep 2026 13:30:00 -0400

The SEC will be closed Monday, September 7th in observance of Labor Day. The EDGAR System will not receive, process or accept filings on this day. Filings with a due date of September 7th will be due the following business day. The FERC will be closed in observation of Labor Day. eForms will accept filings submitted on September 7th. Novaworks will also be closed on September 7th in observance of Labor Day. We will be offering limited email support from 2:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. ET on Friday, September 4th.
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SEC Staff to Hold Investor Advisory Committee Meeting

nospam@example.com (LeAnn Dey) — Fri, 04 Sep 2026 09:45:00 -0400

The SEC’s Investor Advisory Committee will hold a meeting via webcast on the SEC’s website. The event will take place on Thursday, September 10, 2026, beginning at 10:00 a.m. ET. The meeting is free and open for the public to attend.

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SEC Proposes Amendments to Enhance Oversight of Registered Transfer Agents

nospam@example.com (LeAnn Dey) — Wed, 02 Sep 2026 14:30:00 -0400

On September 1st, the SEC proposed revisions to the rules and forms that regulate registered transfer agents, entities that represent an essential part of the US clearance and settlement framework. The rulemaking marks the first substantial update to these rules since the early 1980s. The proposal introduces new rules, amends existing requirements, modernizes significant registration and reporting forms, and rescinds one outdated rule. Continue reading "SEC Proposes Amendments to Enhance Oversight of Registered Transfer Agents"

SEC Issues Guidance on Misuse of Tagging Elements in BDCs’ Statements of Operations

nospam@example.com (LeAnn Dey) — Mon, 31 Aug 2026 15:30:00 -0400

On August 27th, the SEC’s Division of Economic and Risk Analysis (DERA) completed an assessment of the tagging in Business Development Companies’ (BDCs’) consolidated statements of operations in Forms 10-K for fiscal year 2025. In conducting this assessment, staff noted several recurring issues in the way certain income and expense line items were tagged, indicating that many filers continue to apply elements that do not align with the structure of BDC financial statements. Continue reading "SEC Issues Guidance on Misuse of Tagging Elements in BDCs’ Statements of Operations"

SEC Proposes New Regulation Crypto Assets, Solicits Comment

nospam@example.com (LeAnn Dey) — Fri, 28 Aug 2026 15:45:00 -0400

On August 18th, the SEC proposed Regulation Crypto Assets, an original framework that details how federal securities laws apply to crypto assets, trading platforms, and brokers. The rulemaking is being proposed as crypto markets continue to expand rapidly, often developing ahead of clear regulatory expectations. The SEC seeks to provide market participants with a clearer understanding of how long‑established securities principles apply and how they improve compliance-related confidence through a more structured approach. Continue reading "SEC Proposes New Regulation Crypto Assets, Solicits Comment"

SEC Staff Issues Semi-Annual Report to Congress on Use of Machine-Readable Data

nospam@example.com (LeAnn Dey) — Thu, 20 Aug 2026 14:45:00 -0400

The SEC has published its semi-annual report to Congress regarding public and internal use of machine-readable data for corporate disclosures, in compliance with the Financial Data Transparency Act of 2022 (FDTA) signed into law in December 2022. The FDTA requires the SEC to submit this report to both the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs of the Senate and the Committee on Financial Services of the House of Representatives every 180 days through December 23, 2029, when the provision requiring the report concludes. Continue reading "SEC Staff Issues Semi-Annual Report to Congress on Use of Machine-Readable Data"

SEC Provides Preview of September 2026 EDGAR Release 26.3

nospam@example.com (LeAnn Dey) — Tue, 18 Aug 2026 11:15:00 -0400

On August 14th, the EDGAR Business Office issued a preview of the upcoming updates to the EDGAR system capabilities, technical specifications, and the draft EDGAR Filer Manual prior to the approaching EDGAR software release. The release is currently scheduled for September 14, 2026, and filers may review and test the expected EDGAR system changes in the EDGAR Beta Environment beginning August 31, 2026. Continue reading "SEC Provides Preview of September 2026 EDGAR Release 26.3"

XBRL US Opens Registration for GovFin 2026: A Changing Climate for Municipal Disclosures

nospam@example.com (LeAnn Dey) — Thu, 13 Aug 2026 09:45:00 -0400

XBRL US is hosting a one-day conference to discuss how high‑quality, consistent, and timely data helps municipal leaders respond to economic and regulatory change, improve public‑service delivery, and make informed budget decisions. The conference will take place Tuesday, September 22, 2026, and registration for the virtual event is required.

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SEC Creates Financial Reporting and Accounting Unit Within Enforcement Division

nospam@example.com (LeAnn Dey) — Tue, 11 Aug 2026 11:30:00 -0400

On August 5th, the SEC announced that it is creating a Financial Reporting and Accounting Unit within Enforcement to expand its focus on accounting and financial reporting fraud and misconduct. The unit will coordinate with other SEC divisions to support consistent enforcement aligned with Commission priorities. It will be staffed by attorneys and accountants with specialized expertise in financial reporting, accounting, and auditing. Continue reading "SEC Creates Financial Reporting and Accounting Unit Within Enforcement Division"

SEC Adopts Investment Company Governance Technical Amendments

nospam@example.com (LeAnn Dey) — Mon, 10 Aug 2026 15:00:00 -0400

On August 4th, the SEC announced that it is amending rules related to delegating authority to its staff. The final rule updates the way certain responsibilities are assigned to staff, allowing the agency to operate more efficiently. The SEC adopted technical amendments to investment company governance rules to update the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) after a federal court withdrew two 2004 requirements. The court invalidated the 75% disinterested‑director requirement and the independent‑chair requirement, which legally reverted funds back to the earlier standard requiring only a simple majority of disinterested directors. Continue reading "SEC Adopts Investment Company Governance Technical Amendments"

MSRB Proposes Updates to Dealer Supervision Rule G‑27

nospam@example.com (LeAnn Dey) — Thu, 06 Aug 2026 17:15:00 -0400

On July 27th, the MSRB released for public review and comment a rule proposal with the SEC that would update Rule G‑27, modernize dealer supervision requirements, and reflect current business practices, including hybrid work environments. The proposal is part of the MSRB’s ongoing retrospective rule review. The MSRB notes that technological advances allow firms to supervise municipal securities activities with increased efficacy across decentralized locations. The proposed rules are designed to provide dealers with more flexibility without modifying core supervisory obligations. Continue reading "MSRB Proposes Updates to Dealer Supervision Rule G‑27"

SEC Proposes New E-Delivery Rule to Improve Investor Access to Data

nospam@example.com (LeAnn Dey) — Wed, 05 Aug 2026 16:45:00 -0400

The SEC has proposed a rule regarding Regulation E‑Delivery that would update how companies send required information to investors. The proposed rule acknowledges that the current systems rely heavily on paper, though most users receive and transmit information digitally. The SEC seeks to shift toward a simple, modern rule that makes electronic delivery the default, while still allowing requests for paper. Continue reading "SEC Proposes New E-Delivery Rule to Improve Investor Access to Data"

FASB Publishes Investment Companies Implementation Guide, Solicits Feedback

nospam@example.com (LeAnn Dey) — Thu, 30 Jul 2026 09:45:00 -0400

On July 9th, the Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB) staff released its investment companies implementation guide, which is designed to show how the GAAP Taxonomy models financial reporting for entities that would be considered investment companies in accordance with GAAP or SEC rules. Although the publication is not authoritative, it is intended to help preparers be consistent when applying taxonomy elements, reduce tagging errors in XBRL filings, and help filers understand how the taxonomy reflects the unique structure of investment company financial statements. Continue reading "FASB Publishes Investment Companies Implementation Guide, Solicits Feedback"

SEC Staff Updates FAQs for Registration of Municipal Advisors

nospam@example.com (LeAnn Dey) — Wed, 29 Jul 2026 11:00:00 -0400

On July 16th, the SEC’s Office of Municipal Securities published an updated list of Registration of Municipal Advisors FAQs to give municipal advisors clearer guidance on registration and recordkeeping requirements. The updates help P3 participants know when they should provide information on which remote work locations must be listed on Form MA and MA‑I and when to disclose records that advisors must maintain when offering pricing advice on new municipal securities. Continue reading "SEC Staff Updates FAQs for Registration of Municipal Advisors"

SEC Adopts Rules to Update Delegations of Authority for Staff

nospam@example.com (LeAnn Dey) — Wed, 22 Jul 2026 15:00:00 -0400

On July 15th, the SEC announced that it is updating its rulemaking related to delegating authority to the agency’s staff in order to continue updating these rules, align more closely with the way the SEC conducts business, and more efficiently use the SEC’s resources. The final rule updates and modernizes how certain responsibilities are delegated to staff so the agency can operate more efficiently. Continue reading "SEC Adopts Rules to Update Delegations of Authority for Staff"

GoFiler 6.5c Now Available

nospam@example.com (Administrator) — Mon, 20 Jul 2026 17:35:00 -0400

Version 6.5c of GoFiler has been released. This version contains changes and improvements for XBRL View/XDX and general EDGAR tools as well as corrections for Form 24F-2 and Section 16. Continue reading "GoFiler 6.5c Now Available"

SEC Announces 2026 Regulatory Agenda

nospam@example.com (LeAnn Dey) — Thu, 16 Jul 2026 15:15:00 -0400

The SEC has released its 2026 regulatory agenda, which outlines a revitalized focus on the agency’s central priorities which are protecting investors, supporting capital formation, and ensuring fair and efficient markets. The SEC seeks to update its rules by adopting new technology and making it simple to understand how crypto assets can be issued, traded, and stored on‑chain, while keeping strong investor protections in place. Continue reading "SEC Announces 2026 Regulatory Agenda"

SEC Updates Market Statistics Focusing on Strong Growth in IPO Activity

nospam@example.com (LeAnn Dey) — Wed, 08 Jul 2026 14:00:00 -0400

On July 1st, the SEC’s Division of Economic and Risk Analysis (DERA) released updated US capital‑market statistics and new interactive data visualizations. The revision includes expanded information on asset‑backed securities (ABS), municipal advisors, and additional historical data for ABS and commercial mortgage-backed securities (CMBS) issuances. Continue reading "SEC Updates Market Statistics Focusing on Strong Growth in IPO Activity"

SEC, CFTC Seek Feedback on Expanding Portfolio Margining and Cross‑Margining

nospam@example.com (LeAnn Dey) — Mon, 06 Jul 2026 15:45:00 -0400

On June 26th, the SEC and the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) published a joint request for comment to consider ways to expand portfolio and cross‑margining. Input from the public may inform how updates affect the ability of securities and derivatives regulated by the SEC, the CFTC, or both agencies to be consolidated and margined in a unified manner, thus offsetting their risks and managing them in a single framework. Continue reading "SEC, CFTC Seek Feedback on Expanding Portfolio Margining and Cross‑Margining"

Independence Day

nospam@example.com (LeAnn Dey) — Thu, 02 Jul 2026 09:00:00 -0400

The SEC will be closed Friday, July 3rd in observance of Independence Day. The EDGAR System will not receive, process or accept filings on this day. Filings with a due date of July 3rd will be due the following business day, Monday, July 6th. The FERC also will be closed in observation of Independence Day. eForms will accept filings submitted on July 3rd.
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SEC Updates Financial Reporting Manual

nospam@example.com (LeAnn Dey) — Wed, 01 Jul 2026 16:00:00 -0400

The SEC’s Division of Corporation Finance periodically makes informal staff interpretations available to the public via the Financial Reporting Manual (FRM). The update does not make any technical changes; it only includes administrative edits, so none of the sections have date tags added. Continue reading "SEC Updates Financial Reporting Manual"

SEC, CFTC Request Comment on Revising Swap Data Reporting

nospam@example.com (LeAnn Dey) — Wed, 01 Jul 2026 10:30:00 -0400

On June 18th, the SEC and the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) released a joint request for comment to consider ways to harmonize swap data reporting across the security‑based swap and swap markets. The coordinated effort to align swap data reporting is part of the agencies’ ongoing responsibilities pursuant to the Dodd‑Frank Act, which set up distinct but complementary reporting systems for each agency. Continue reading "SEC, CFTC Request Comment on Revising Swap Data Reporting"

SEC, CFTC Solicit Feedback on Modernizing Derivatives Product Definitions

nospam@example.com (LeAnn Dey) — Mon, 29 Jun 2026 15:15:00 -0400

On June 18th, the SEC and the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) published a joint request for comment to explore ways to update derivatives definitions and clarify interpretive issues under Title VII of Dodd‑Frank. The agencies seek to ensure that regulatory frameworks keep up with ever changing and developing market structures, new financial products, and modern trading practices. Continue reading "SEC, CFTC Solicit Feedback on Modernizing Derivatives Product Definitions"

XBRL US to Discuss the SEC’s Quarterly versus Semiannual Rule Proposal

nospam@example.com (LeAnn Dey) — Mon, 22 Jun 2026 15:30:00 -0400

XBRL US will host a webinar to discuss the benefits and disadvantages of quarterly versus semiannual reporting, and the implications of the SEC’s Semiannual Reporting rule proposal. The webinar will take place on Thursday, June 25, 2026, and will begin at 3:00 p.m. Eastern.
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Juneteenth

nospam@example.com (LeAnn Dey) — Fri, 19 Jun 2026 10:00:00 -0400

The SEC will be closed Friday, June 19th, in observance of Freedom Day. The EDGAR System will not receive, process or accept filings on this day. Filings with a due date of Friday, June 19th, will be due the following business day, Monday, June 22nd. The FERC will also be closed in observation of Freedom Day. eForms will accept filings submitted on June 19th.
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SEC Proposes Overturning Regulation NMS Rules 611 and 610(e)

nospam@example.com (LeAnn Dey) — Thu, 18 Jun 2026 17:00:00 -0400

On June 11th, the SEC proposed amendments to rescind Rules 611 (the Order Protection Rule) and 610(e) (the Access Rule’s locked/crossed market provision) of Regulation NMS under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. The rule proposal is designed to streamline market structure, mitigate costs for market participants, and support competition and innovation, thus impacting the development of equity markets. Continue reading "SEC Proposes Overturning Regulation NMS Rules 611 and 610(e)"

SEC Adopts Joint Data Standards Rules Under FDTA

nospam@example.com (LeAnn Dey) — Tue, 09 Jun 2026 14:40:00 -0400

On June 8th, the SEC approved rules that establish joint data standards under the Financial Data Transparency Act of 2022 (FDTA). The rulemaking establishes technical standards for data submitted to certain financial regulatory agencies, making financial data more accessible, uniform, and useful to the public. The joint data standards would make it easier for financial institutions to file reports across multiple agencies and help regulators carry out the SEC’s oversight functions with greater efficacy. Continue reading "SEC Adopts Joint Data Standards Rules Under FDTA"