2025-01544Notice

Nasdaq Slaps New Fees on Stock Trade Surveillance System

Published Date: 1/23/2025

Notice

Summary

Starting in 2025, Nasdaq is setting new fees for industry members—like stock exchanges and trading groups—to cover the costs of running the Consolidated Audit Trail (CAT), a system that tracks stock trades to keep markets fair and safe. These fees kick in right away and help make sure the CAT system stays up and running smoothly without surprises. If you’re part of the trading world, get ready to budget for these updated charges!

Analyzed Economic Effects

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New 2025 CAT Fees for Industry Members

Starting in 2025, Nasdaq established fees charged to "Industry Members" to cover reasonably budgeted Consolidated Audit Trail (CAT) costs. The rule filing was submitted on January 2, 2025 and was designated for immediate effectiveness, so the updated charges take effect upon the filing for 2025.

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Key Dates

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Published Date
1/2/2025
1/23/2025

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Securities and Exchange Commission
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