SEC's Capital Hike for Brokerages Faces Resistance from Smaller Firms
The Philippine Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) proposes a significant increase in the minimum capital requirement for brokerages to boost market liquidity and investor protection. However, smaller firms are resisting, citing threats to their survival. Regulators face the challenge of balancing market stability with competitive access.
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