Month: February 2026
Updated SEC Enforcement Manual Emphasizes Engagement and Transparency
On February 24, 2026, the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) announced major updates to its Enforcement Manual (Manual), a guidance document the SEC staff uses when conducting investigations of potential securities law violations. This is the first time the SEC has updated the Manual since 2017, but the announcement […]
Securities Class Action Trends in 2025: Fewer Cases Filed, But More Dollars at Stake
Two leading consulting and expert firms – Cornerstone and NERA – recently released their reports on securities class action filings in 2025. Both observed a decline in new filings, driven largely by fewer Section 10(b) cases. At the same time, measures of potential investor losses reached historical highs, propelled by […]