Nasdaq Quietly Jacks Up Trading Fees Again

2026-12937 — List of Bulk Drug Substances for Which There Is a Clinical Need Under Section 503B of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act; Extension of Comment Period

The FDA is giving folks more time to share their thoughts on whether certain medicines like semaglutide, tirzepatide, and liraglutide should be allowed for special compounding by outsourcing drug makers. This extension means anyone interested has until July 30, 2026, to weigh in. It affects drug makers, healthcare pros, and patients waiting for these meds, with no immediate cost changes but plenty of chances to influence future drug availability.

2026-12918 — Agency Information Collection Activities; Notice and Request for Comment; 49 CFR Part 569, 571.110, 571.120 & 574, Compliance and Labeling of Motor Vehicle Tires and Rims

NHTSA wants to keep collecting info on motor vehicle tires and rims but with some updates. More vehicles and rims mean a slight cost increase and more work for manufacturers and recordkeepers. If you’re involved in making or tracking tires and rims, your input is needed by August 25, 2026!

2026-12972 — Reopening or Extension of Application Deadline Dates; Applications for New Awards

The Department of Education may give extra time or reopen grant application deadlines for people affected by major disasters. This helps those in disaster-hit areas get a fair chance to apply for funding, usually adding up to five extra business days. These changes only affect eligible applicants in the disaster zones and could shift related review deadlines too.

2026-12954 — Harbert Mezzanine Partners II SBIC, L.P.; Surrender of License of Small Business Investment Company

Harbert Mezzanine Partners II SBIC, L.P. has officially given up its license to operate as a Small Business Investment Company. This means they won’t be making new investments under this program anymore. The change is effective immediately, so small businesses looking for funding from them will need to look elsewhere.

2026-12979 — Agency Information Collection Activities: Request for Comments for a New Information Collection

The Federal Highway Administration wants your thoughts on a new form they plan to collect info with. This affects state transportation departments and anyone interested in highway planning. You’ve got until July 27, 2026, to share your ideas, and the goal is to keep paperwork fair and manageable without extra costs.

2026-12916 — Notice of OFAC Sanctions Action

On June 23, 2026, the U.S. Treasury’s OFAC added new people to its blacklist, blocking their property and stopping Americans from doing business with them. They also updated info on someone already on the list. This means certain assets are frozen, and U.S. folks need to watch out for these changes right away.

Previous: 2025-00296 — Self-Regulatory Organizations; Nasdaq ISE, LLC; Notice of Filing and Immediate Effectiveness of a Proposed Rule Change To Increase the Exchange's Port Fees in Options 7, Section 7.C

Starting January 1, 2025, Nasdaq ISE is raising its port fees for options trading. This means traders and firms using the exchange’s ports will pay more to connect and trade. The change is already in effect, so get ready for the new fees if you’re plugged into Nasdaq ISE’s options market!

Next: 2025-00298 — Self-Regulatory Organizations; Long-Term Stock Exchange, Inc.; Notice of Filing and Immediate Effectiveness of Proposed Rule Change To Amend the Fee Schedule To Adopt Certain Market Data Fees

The Long-Term Stock Exchange is updating its fee schedule to add new market data fees starting November 1, 2024. This change affects traders and firms using LTSE’s data, who will see new costs for accessing market info. The update is already in effect, so everyone should get ready to adjust their budgets and plans.