SEC Proposes Expanding Retail Access to Private Assets
The US Securities and Exchange Commission proposed new rules to expand retail investor access to private equity and venture capital. Critics warn the move exposes everyday savers to higher risks, while industry groups welcomed the changes.
The United States securities regulator proposed rules on Wednesday to expand retail investor access to private equity and venture capital. The plan alters accreditation standards to include certified professionals alongside traditional wealth thresholds. Proponents view the change as democratization, while critics warn of heightened risks for ordinary savers.
