INVESTMENT ADVISERS

Investment advisers must conduct annual compliance reviews and update fund documents periodically. Key obligations include compliance with the Marketing Rule, updates to Form ADV due by March 31, 2025, and monitoring regulatory assets for exempt reporting advisers. They must deliver audited financial statements to clients within specified deadlines.

PRIVACY COMPLIANCE

Advisers are required to distribute annual privacy policies and comply with regulations like the CCPA, Cayman DPA, and GDPR.

FILING OBLIGATIONS

Investment advisers must adhere to various filing requirements, including Forms 13F, NP-X, and others related to publicly listed securities.

COMMODITY TRADING ADVISORS

CPOs and CTAs must file Form PQR and deliver audited financials by specific deadlines, with annual certifications and compliance with NFA rules.

FINANCIAL AND TAX RELATED REPORTING

Advisers must comply with FATCA, CRS, and FBAR reporting requirements, with specific deadlines for documentation and filings.

SEC HOT TOPICS

The SEC emphasizes data protection, AI compliance, ESG regulations, and monitoring communication practices.

GENERAL REMINDERS

Advisers must stay compliant with the Corporate Transparency Act, collect bad actor questionnaires, and meet annual amendment requirements for Form D, among other obligations.

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