You are Beyond Compare: U.S. Person Definition Comparison Chart

When engaging in overseas transactions, such as Regulation S transactions, issuers need to be sure that selling efforts are not directed at U.S. persons. Also, certain definitions key to swap transaction regulations require a determination of whether a person is a U.S. person. Use this chart to reference the criteria under which various categories of individuals and entities would be considered a ”U.S. Person" under SEC and CFTC rules.

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