Current through September 30, 2024
Section 349.24 - Authorization to trade(a)Specific authorization required. No FDIC-supervised insured depository institution may directly or indirectly effect a retail forex transaction for the account of any retail forex customer unless, before the transaction occurs, the retail forex customer specifically authorized the FDIC-supervised insured depository institution to effect the retail forex transaction.(b) Requirements for specific authorization. A retail forex transaction is "specifically authorized" for purposes of this section if the retail forex customer specifies: (1) The precise retail forex transaction to be effected;(2) The exact amount of the foreign currency to be purchased or sold; and(3) In the case of an option, the identity of the foreign currency or contract that underlies the option.76 FR 40789, July 12, 2011. Redesignated at 80 FR 74912, Nov. 30, 2015