SEC, CFTC seek input on unified portfolio margin rules across securities and derivatives
The SEC and CFTC have opened a public comment process on aligning portfolio margin rules across securities and derivatives as crypto derivatives markets continue to expand.
➤ The SEC and CFTC are seeking public input on aligning portfolio margin rules for securities and derivatives to reduce market fragmentation and unlock liquidity. ➤ This initiative aims to allow offsetting positions across different markets to be considered together for margin requirements, potentially lowering collateral needs. ➤ The move reflects the growing expansion of crypto derivatives markets and the need for coordinated regulatory oversight across diverse asset classes.










