Broker News| JP Morgan Settles SEC Charges for $18 Million; Interactive Brokers Reports Impressive 18% Surge in 2023 Q4 Income
JP Morgan Securities LLC (JPMS) has settled charges with the SEC for obstructing clients from reporting securities law violations. They will pay an $18 million civil penalty. JPMS requested clients to sign confidential release agreements, preventing them from voluntarily contacting the SEC. The SEC found this practice illegal and emphasized the importance of protecting whistleblowers. In 2022, JP Morgan and other firms faced penalties for deficiencies in their identity theft prevention programs.
Interactive Brokers reported strong financial results for the fourth quarter of 2023. Net revenue reached $1.139 billion, compared to $976 million the previous year. Income before tax was $816 million, up from $689 million. Diluted earnings per share stood at $1.48. Commission revenue increased by 5%, while customer accounts grew by 23% to 2.56 million. Customer equity expanded by 39% to $426 billion. Overall, it was a positive quarter for Interactive Brokers.
Saxo has announced significant reductions in brokerage fees for US and Australian markets, making trading more accessible and affordable for investors. Clients can now enjoy fee reductions of up to 87% for US markets and up to 62% for the ASX. Currency conversion fees for global market traders have also been reduced by two-thirds to 0.25%. Saxo aims to facilitate investment and diversification by providing transparent pricing and a focus on client support and security. The lower fees make it easier for investors to explore opportunities in global capital markets and build their portfolios.
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