CFTC Asks Traders to Weigh In on New Paperwork Plans
Published Date: 12/9/2025
Notice
Summary
The Commodity Futures Trading Commission is asking for public feedback on a new information collection plan that could affect traders and companies. They want to make sure the paperwork isn’t too much of a hassle and are open to comments until January 8, 2026. This review helps keep things fair and clear without costing too much time or money.
Analyzed Economic Effects
1 provisions identified: 0 benefits, 1 costs, 0 mixed.
Swap Dealers Face Heavy Recordkeeping
Swap dealers (SDs) and major swap participants (MSPs) must develop and retain written swap trading relationship documentation and end user exception documentation, and maintain records for swap confirmation, portfolio reconciliation, and portfolio compression. The information collection is mandatory and the Commission estimates 108 respondents will each spend an average of 7,324.5 hours, for a total annual burden of 791,046 hours. The Commission is seeking public comments on the extension of this collection through January 8, 2026.
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