Stock Exchange Tweaks Short-Selling Rules for Market Makers
Published Date: 12/8/2025
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Summary
Investors Exchange LLC (IEX) is updating its rules to match new reporting requirements about special short sales made by market makers. This change affects broker-dealers who must now report if a short sale qualifies for a special exception under Regulation SHO. The update is effective immediately and helps keep trading records clear and accurate without extra costs.
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