U.S. Government Shutdown Hits Financial Regulators and IPO Market

Financial regulators halt key functions during U.S. shutdown, stalling IPOs and unsettling markets.

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U.S. Government Shutdown Hits Financial Regulators and IPO Market

The U.S. government shutdown has forced financial regulators like the SEC and CFTC to furlough over 90% of their staff, causing disruptions in IPO approvals, ETF launches, and economic data releases. With agencies effectively inactive, companies awaiting market clearance face delays, and investors remain cautious amid rising fiscal uncertainty.
Companies:
  • SEC
  • CFTC
  • NASDAQ
  • NYSE
Tags:
  • Government Shutdown
  • SEC