The information is used by the trading
public, futures industry researchers, and the Commission to analyze
the commodity futures and option marketplace. The information is
received from each exchange on a daily basis in conjunction with
other data collected by the Commission to determine the potential
for market disturbances and distortions. Commission market analysts
and researchers use this data on a frequent basis in contract
market reviews and research projects. In addition, the Commission
routinely incorporates as needed its verified data into its public
reports.
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7 USC
2 Name of Law: Exempt Markets
US Code: 7 USC
6g Name of Law: Exempt Markets
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7 Name of Law: Exempt Markets
US Code: 7 USC 7 Name of Law: Exempt
Markets
US Code: 7 USC 2 Name of Law: Exempt Markets
US Code: 7 USC 6g Name of Law: Exempt Markets
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with 5 CFR 1320.9 and the related provisions of 5 CFR
1320.8(b)(3).
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the proposed collection of information, that the certification
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(ii) Use of information;
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(iv) Nature of response (voluntary, required for a
benefit, or mandatory);
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(vi) Need to display currently valid OMB control
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