In 1984 the CFTC delegated the registration of Commodity Pool Operators to the National Futures Association (“NFA”). See 49 FR 39593 (Oct. 9, 1984). For details regarding the registration of Commodity Pool Operators, please visit the NFA website link here: https://www.nfa.futures.org/registration-membership/who-has-to-register/cpo.html
In addition, Commodity Pool Operators can find other resources on the Market Participants Division (“MPD”) webpage, link here: https://www.cftc.gov/About/CFTCOrganization/MPD
MPD resources include:
- Advisories;
- Guidance;
- Staff No Action Letters;
- Proposed Rules;
- Final Rules;
- Examination Priorities; and
- Contact information regarding Senior Staff