SEC Announces Roundtable on Options Market Structure Reform

The Securities and Exchange Commission announced today that it will host a roundtable on April 16, 2026, to discuss listed options market structure, including facilitating competition in a quote driven market, evaluating the customer experience, and identifying opportunities and challenges for continued growth. “The U.S.-listed options market has seen remarkable growth, particularly among retail investors,” said SEC Commissioner Hester M. Peirce. “The roundtable will offer the Commission a valuable opportunity to foster public dialogue that celebrates the market’s achievements while also considering areas for further reflection, ultimately supporting ongoing growth and expanding opportunities for all investors.” The roundtable will be open to the public and held at the SEC’s headquarters at 100 F Street, N.E., Washington, D.C. The discussion will be streamed live on SEC.gov, and a recording will be available at a later date.