Letter of comment

Letter of comment

A communication to the firm from the SEC that suggests changes to its registration statement.

Letter of Comment

A letter from the SEC to a company that is in the process of registering a new issue, especially for the first time. The letter suggests changes to the company's registration statement to ensure that it is as accurate and transparent as possible. The letter of comment is not a cause for concern; that is, it is not an indication that the SEC believes that the company has done something illegal. Rather, it is a way to ensure that the new issue occurs as smoothly as possible for all involved.