The US derivatives regulator will keep working during a government shutdown

The Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) has issued an order to continue some of its operations even if the US government shuts down. This means that certain parts of the derivatives market will remain regulated and supervised, even without new funding from Congress.

Government shutdowns have become a regular feature of US politics, creating uncertainty for regulated industries. This order means that the CFTC, which oversees a critical part of the financial system, will not completely cease operations during these events. It ensures that some market oversight continues, reducing the risk of a regulatory vacuum for derivatives trading.