NYSE American Drops Outdated Rules 353 and 931NY
Published Date: 5/1/2026
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Summary
NYSE American is updating its rules to drop some old and unnecessary publication requirements that no longer make sense. This change affects traders and brokers on the exchange by simplifying paperwork and speeding things up, with no new fees or delays. The update took effect right away on April 13, 2026, making the exchange a bit sleeker and more modern.
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Drop 7‑Day ATP Posting Requirement
If you apply to be an American Trading Permit (ATP) Holder on NYSE American, the Exchange removed the rule that required a minimum seven-day posting period and publication in the Weekly Bulletin for ATP applications. The change is effective upon filing on April 13, 2026, and the Exchange will rely on objective rule-based approvals and its publicly available Membership Directory on its website instead.
Remove 3‑Day Floor Broker Posting
If you apply to register as a Floor Broker on NYSE American, the Exchange deleted the requirement to post the applicant's name on the physical bulletin board on the Trading Floor for three business days before registration becomes effective. This amendment became operative on April 13, 2026; the Exchange will instead evaluate Floor Broker applications using objective criteria and list registrants in its online Membership Directory.
End Weekly Bulletin and Physical Board
NYSE American will discontinue its Weekly Bulletin and the use of a physical bulletin board on the Trading Floor and will replace rule references to the Weekly Bulletin (including in Rules 452 and 459) with references to the Exchange's public website. This change is effective upon filing on April 13, 2026, and the Exchange will maintain relevant information (such as the Membership Directory) on its website.
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