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The Public Company Accounting Oversight Board oversees the audits of public companies and SEC-registered brokers and dealers.

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Feb. 4, 2026

A new PCAOB publication provides auditors with insights related to the testing of transactions between brokers and dealers and related parties, typically parents or affiliates.

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Oct. 15, 2025

The PCAOB has published a new edition of Data Points on financial restatements and auditor turnover.

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May 28, 2026

The PCAOB is seeking investors, audit committee members, auditors, financial executives, and other experts to serve on a new advisory body: the Inspections Modernization Council. Applications are due on June 15, 2026.

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May 19, 2026

Randy L. Thornton has been named the PCAOB’s Chief Operating Officer.

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