SEC Issue Statement
Joint Statement Regarding Ongoing Market Volatility
Acting Chair Allison Herren Lee
Pete Driscoll, Director, Division of Examinations
Christian Sabella, Acting Director, Division of Trading and Markets
Jan. 27, 2021
We are aware of and actively monitoring the on-going market volatility in the options and equities markets and, consistent with our mission to protect investors and maintain fair, orderly, and efficient markets, we are working with our fellow regulators to assess the situation and review the activities of regulated entities, financial intermediaries, and other market participants.
https://www.sec.gov/news/public-statement/joint-statement-ongoing-market-volatility-2021-01-27