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SEC No-Action

Definition

An SEC No-Action letter is a formal communication from the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission staff indicating that, based on the facts presented, they will not recommend enforcement action for a particular proposed activity. It is not a formal legal approval or a binding rule, but rather an informal guidance providing some assurance to market participants. These letters are often sought when an innovative product or service might fall into a regulatory grey area. They offer a degree of regulatory clarity without setting legal precedent.