By Amrith Ramkumar

The Securities and Exchange Commission is monitoring recent market volatility in stocks and options, Acting Chair Allison Herren Lee and other regulatory officials said in a statement.

"We are working with our fellow regulators to assess the situation and review the activities of regulated entities, financial intermediaries, and other market participants," the statement said.

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