SEC and Fed Team Up to Ease Stock Buyback Reporting
Published Date: 12/30/2025
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Summary
The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) wants to keep using and extend a form called Rule 13e-1, which companies fill out when they buy back their own shares. This form helps keep things fair and clear for investors. The SEC is also teaming up with the Federal Reserve to make this form a ‘common form,’ so both agencies can use it without extra hassle—saving time and effort for everyone involved.
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