2020-08-18

SEC Memorandum Circular No. 23 Series of 2020: Rules on Corporate Debt Vehicle

The Securities and Exchange Commission promulgated rules establishing the Corporate Debt Vehicle (CDV), a closed-end investment company designed to invest in corporate debts of large and medium-sized enterprises. The regulations define eligibility criteria for qualified buyers, mandate specific disclosure requirements in simplified prospectuses, and impose investment limitations such as caps on single-issuer exposure. These measures aim to provide a new investment avenue for the mutual fund industry while ensuring investor protection and regulatory compliance amid economic challenges.

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