GRC Report Staff

Ontario Securities Commission Bulletin Volume 49, Issue 32

This regulatory bulletin contains various enforcement orders, decisions, and administrative notices from the Ontario Securities Commission (OSC). Compliance professionals should review the specific orders involving investment managers and corporate entities to identify potential precedents for regulatory scrutiny.

SEC Approves Plan of Distribution for United Parcel Service Fair Fund

The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has approved a distribution plan to return funds to investors harmed by accounting misrepresentations at United Parcel Service, Inc. This action follows an earlier enforcement order regarding the company's failure to adhere to fair value accounting principles.

Results of the HKSAR Institutional Government Bonds Tender Through Re-opening

The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) has announced the results for the 7-year RMB institutional Government Bonds tender. While the tender was oversubscribed with a bid-to-cover ratio of 4.81, only RMB $1.25 Billion of the RMB $6.010 Billion applied for was allotted.

Bank of England Weekly Report Release for August 12, 2026

The Bank of England has published its weekly report containing consolidated balance sheet data as of August 12, 2026. This update provides transparency regarding Sterling and foreign currency liabilities and assets, which is essential for monitoring central bank liquidity and market stability.

ASIC Surveillance Highlights Weaknesses in Complex Product Governance and Distribution

ASIC has completed a targeted surveillance review of licensees offering high-risk products, identifying significant failures in design and distribution obligations (DDO). The findings emphasize that firms must ensure product governance, particularly for complex derivatives and fractional assets, is robust enough to prevent unsuitable retail investor outcomes.

European Central Bank Report on Cash Usage by Companies in the Euro Area

The European Central Bank (ECB) released its 2026 survey results regarding cash acceptance and usage patterns among businesses in the euro area. While cash acceptance rates have stabilized following the pandemic, there is a significant surge in mobile payment adoption and a notable increase in companies implementing digital-only payment measures.

FCA Issues Warning Regarding Unauthorized Firm CTI Capital

The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has issued a formal warning that CTI Capital is providing or promoting financial services in the UK without required regulatory authorization. This alert serves as a critical notice for compliance professionals to identify potential fraudulent activity and protect client assets from unregulated entities.