Cboe BZX Exchange, Inc. has proposed a rule change to increase the monthly fee for 10 Gb physical ports from $7,500 to $8,500. These ports are used by members and non-members to connect to the exchange. The increase is intended to help maintain and improve market technology and services, as well as keep fees in line with or lower than similar charges by other exchanges. The notice invites public comments and explains the rationale behind the fee change, such as inflation impacts and investments in technology improvements.
Simple Explanation
Cboe BZX Exchange wants to raise the monthly fee from $7,500 to $8,500 for the special internet connections used by people and companies to talk to the stock exchange, because they need more money to keep the technology working well and to make it better at handling trades. Some people are worried that they haven't explained clearly why they need to charge more or how it might be harder for smaller businesses to pay.