2026 SEC Priorities: What it means for your money.

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‍Understanding the SEC's regulatory priorities can help you become a more informed investor. This educational infographic highlights the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission's 2026 examination priorities—including fiduciary duty, fees and expenses, custody of client assets, cybersecurity, and the use of technology and AI—and explains what these areas of focus may mean for your relationship with your financial advisor. While these priorities guide SEC examinations of investment advisers, they also provide valuable insight into the questions investors should ask and the standards they should expect from their advisory firm.