Wednesday, October 03, 2012

Equity Regulatory Alert #2012 - 9
Consolidated Audit Trail Industry Event

What you need to know:

  • On Monday October 15, 2012 and Tuesday October 16, 2012 the national securities exchanges and FINRA (collectively the "SROs") together are hosting two identical sessions to discuss SEC Rule 613 requiring the creation of a Consolidated Audit Trail (CAT).
  • These events are being held in New York City and are open to all industry and other interested participants. Please note that the events are closed to the media.

When and where will these events take place?

To ensure there is adequate space available, two identical sessions are being hosted at Bayard's at One Hanover Square in New York.

We kindly ask that you please select only one session so that all interested parties may be accommodated.

  • Session 1 - October 15, 2012, from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
  • Session 2 - October 16, 2012, from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.

Do I need to register?

Yes. Advance registration for this event is required. To register please click here.

What is the purpose of the meeting?

During this event, the SROs will provide an overview of Rule 613 and the steps the SROs are taking to develop an NMS Plan as required in Rule 613. This event will also include an open Q & A and feedback session so that industry participants may ask questions of the SROs and share feedback on key implementation issues.

For more information and to register, visit the Industry Event website.

Where can I find additional information?



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