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SEC Trading Markets Director Addresses Annual Structure Conference

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SEC's Jamie Selway delivers remarks at the Security Traders Association's 93rd Annual Market Structure Conference on current regulatory priorities.

SEC Trading Markets Director Addresses Annual Structure Conference

Jamie Selway, Director of the Securities and Exchange Commission's Division of Trading and Markets, delivered remarks at the Security Traders Association's 93rd Annual Market Structure Conference, according to a statement released by the agency.

The conference, titled with a reference to "How Soon is Now," gathered industry participants to examine the state of equity and market structure policy at a pivotal moment for U.S. financial regulation. Selway's role leading the Division of Trading and Markets positions him as a key figure in shaping the rules governing how securities are bought and sold across American exchanges and trading venues.

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The Division of Trading and Markets oversees the operation of major securities markets, including broker-dealers, securities exchanges, and other self-regulatory organizations. Remarks from its director at a prominent industry conference such as this are closely watched by market participants for signals regarding the SEC's regulatory outlook and near-term rulemaking agenda.

The Security Traders Association, which has hosted its annual market structure conference for 93 consecutive years, serves as a primary forum where regulators and industry professionals engage on issues ranging from order execution quality to transparency requirements and evolving trading technologies.

The full content of Selway's prepared remarks was not detailed in the summary release, but the title's allusion to urgency suggests a focus on the pace and timing of market structure reforms currently under consideration. Continue reading at Speeches and Statements.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q.Who is Jamie Selway?

Jamie Selway serves as Director of the SEC's Division of Trading and Markets, the office responsible for overseeing securities exchanges, broker-dealers, and other self-regulatory organizations.

Q.What is the Security Traders Association's Annual Market Structure Conference?

The Security Traders Association has hosted its annual market structure conference for 93 consecutive years, providing a forum where regulators and industry professionals discuss securities trading policy and regulation.

Q.What does the SEC's Division of Trading and Markets do?

The Division of Trading and Markets oversees the operation of U.S. securities markets, including the regulation of broker-dealers, securities exchanges, and self-regulatory organizations.

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