COMPLIANCE CONFIDENCE

Regulatory Compliance for Sell Side Firms 

Stay Ahead of Risk 

Employee conflicts of interest create significant compliance risks for sell side firms. From personal trading to outside business activities, firms need clear policies and efficient processes to prevent misconduct.  

Star’s Employee Conflicts of Interest solution automates workflows, reduces friction, and flags risks in real time—giving compliance teams the visibility and control they need. 

Managing MNPI & Information Barriers

Effective handling of confidential market-sensitive information is essential to maintaining regulatory compliance and market integrity. Sell side firms must ensure confidential information is properly controlled and not misused across business lines. 

Key focus areas include: 

  • Enforcing internal information access between research, investment banking, and trading functions 
  • Monitoring communications for potential MNPI leaks 
  • Documenting policies and procedures to meet SEC and FINRA expectations 

Regulators closely evaluate how these safeguards are implemented, especially in firms involved in deal activity or market sounding. Strong MNPI controls not only mitigate risk but also reinforce client and investor trust. 

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