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Barney Frank critical of CFTC swap execution facilities rules

Congressman Barney Frank supports elements of a bill to clarify the Commodity Futures Trading Commission's mandate on swap trading venues. He insists new rules should not weaken competition.

Hedge Funds Review | 24 Apr 2012secure

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Jobs Act rewrites hedge fund marketing rules

The Jobs Act will allow hedge funds to advertise their services and directly solicit investors for the first time but regulators have concerns about the change. The SEC has 90 days to amend its rules....

Hedge Funds Review | 04 Apr 2012secure

Hedge fund managers give qualified support for Dodd-Frank financial reforms

The hedge fund community has questioned some elements of the Dodd-Frank financial reform legislation although many managers agree regulatory changes were necessary.

Hedge Funds Review | 14 May 2011secure

Financial reforms could restrict lending to hedge funds and increase systemic risk

The Dodd-Frank financial reforms could introduce greater systemic risk into the financial system if they force hedge funds to seek leverage from less tightly regulated banks in Europe said BAML exec.

Hedge Funds Review | 12 May 2011secure

US Senate pushes financial reform bill

A draft bill on financial sector reform has been unveiled by the US Senate banking committee.

Hedge Funds Review | 15 Mar 2010secure

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