CFTC No-Action Relief on Event Contract Swap Data Reporting
CFTC DMO and DCR issued a no-action position on certain swap data reporting and recordkeeping requirements for event contracts.
The no-action letter relieves DCMs, DCOs, and participants from specified swap-related recordkeeping and reporting obligations regarding event contracts. Firms should formalize reliance, preserve audit trails, and track conditions for continuing relief.
Reduces immediate reporting burden but introduces conditions that must be documented to retain enforcement protection.
Action Required
Review event contract reporting workflows and document reliance on the no-action relief.
Affects swap data reporting compliance posture for DCMs, DCOs, and participants offering event contracts.
Document reliance on CFTC no-action relief; ensure conditions are met and maintain records to support continued relief and future reporting transitions.
“The CFTC's Division of Market Oversight and Division of Clearing and Risk took a no-action position regarding swap data reporting and recordkeeping regulations for designated contract markets, derivatives clearing organizations, and participants.”
Published: 2026-05-27