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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WASHINGTON, D.C. — David Hirschmann, President and CEO Center for Capital Markets Competitiveness (CCMC) issued the following statement today after the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) announced a series of policies today to promote innovation.
One regulatory glitch is locking up $40 billion that businesses could use for economic growth and job creation – here's how we fix it.
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Tom Quaadman, Executive Vice President of the U.S. Chamber’s Center for Capital Markets Competitiveness (CCMC) issued the following statement today after the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) released commission guidance regarding the fiduciary duties of investment fund managers and their proxy voting recommendations.
This letter was sent to Representatives Barry Loudermilk and Ed Perlmutter, supporting H.R. 3987, the "Alleviating Stress Test Burdens to Help Investors Act.”
The OFR has released a report with new evidence that confirms the Volcker Rule reduces businesses' ability to raise capital.
WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Chamber of Commerce’s Center for Capital Markets Competitiveness (CCMC) Executive Vice President Tom Quaadman issued the following statement today, opposing new legislation to curb stock buybacks: “This bill is similar to failed policies of the past that have cut off hope, opportunity and innovation for American workers and Main Street business owners. We are happy to work with policymakers from both parties to develop policies that promote growth and opportunity throughout the American economy.”
Without changes small businesses will continue to struggle with the limited credit available to them.
This letter was sent to the House Committee on Financial Services, on a number of bills the committee plans to mark up.
This letter was sent to the U.S. House of Representatives, supporting three bills related to financial services and opposing one more.
Businesses need to know they have competitive options to fund their growth.
