A fully disclosed introducing broker-dealer enters into a formal carrying agreement under FINRA Rule 4311 with a carrying (clearing) broker-dealer. Which of the following operational functions are primary obligations typically executed by the carrying broker-dealer rather than the introducing firm? Select all that apply.
- Maintaining physical custody and safekeeping of customer funds and securities positionsCevap
- Preparing and delivering trade confirmations and periodic customer account statementsCevap
- CConducting suitability evaluations and approving customer account documentation prior to order solicitation
- DServing as the central counterparty to clear and net equity transactions across all industry participants
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The carrying broker-dealer is responsible for maintaining custody of customer assets and preparing and delivering trade confirmations and account statements.
Under FINRA Rule 4311, a carrying broker-dealer handles back-office clearing services for fully disclosed introducing firms, which specifically includes maintaining custody of customer assets and generating essential account documents such as confirmations and periodic statements.
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Division of operational responsibilities between introducing broker-dealers, carrying broker-dealers, and clearing utilities.