Center for Capital Markets Competitiveness
We break down barriers and shape policy that finances growth.
The Center for Capital Markets Competitiveness’ (CCMC) mission is to advance America’s global leadership in capital formation by supporting diverse capital markets that are the most fair, transparent, efficient, and innovative in the world.
CCMC advocates on behalf of American businesses to ensure that legislation and regulation strengthen our capital markets allowing businesses—from the local flower shop to a multinational manufacturer—to mitigate risks, manage liquidity, access credit, and raise capital.
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The U.S. Chamber of Commerce and several business groups filed a lawsuit against the state of California over its corporate climate disclosure laws.
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The Securities and Exchange Commission has not lived up to its role in maintaining the strength of our capital markets during the past three years.
The U.S. Chamber of Commerce supports H.R. 8071, the Fair Audits and Inspections for Regulators’ Exam Act, which would establish an even-handed supervisory process to enhance accountability in bank examinations.
The U.S. Chamber of Commerce writes regarding recent correspondence to you from several Members of Congress, dated June 4, 2024, calling on the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) to release “a statement to remind registrants that covered U.S. companies that are subject to alternative climate reporting regimes, such as those in California or the [European Union] or those promulgated by the [International Sustainability Standards Board], must comply with those reporting regimes.”
The U.S. Chamber of Commerce (“Chamber”) believes the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation’s (“FDIC”) proposed statement of policy on bank merger transactions (“Proposal” or “SOP”) lacks statutory authority, is substantively and procedurally deficient, and is unnecessary.
The SEC should return the focus of the proxy process to the long-term success of businesses
Careful regulation and the trust-building nature of quality audits were major themes at a recent Chamber event, which featured industry leaders from the audit community.
The U.S. Chamber of Commerce (“Chamber”) Center for Capital Markets Competitiveness (“CCMC”) appreciates the opportunity to comment on the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board (“PCAOB” or “Board”) proposed rules on Firm Reporting (the “Proposal”). The Chamber urges PCAOB to withdraw this proposal.
