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What happens when marketing meets compliance

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Lessons from the SEC’s first Marketing Rule case.

The SEC’s recent enforcement action serves as a reminder that the Marketing Rule extends well beyond performance results and testimonials.

On September 4, 2025, the Commission announced its first Marketing Rule case under newly appointed Chair Paul Atkins, charging Meridian Financial, LLC for statements on its website that claimed the firm