Mauricio Rubio Fired from Alterna Securities Following Allegedly Firm Policy Violations

Mauricio Rubio (CRD #: 1551350), a broker formerly registered with Alterna Securities, was fired from the firm, according to his BrokerCheck record, accessed on January 17, 2023. If you want to know more about his alleged conduct as a broker, read on.

Termination from Alterna Securities

On November 14, 2022, Alterna Securities fired Mauricio Rubio for allegedly failing to follow firm policies and procedures with regard to the sale of a structured product, and allegedly failing to complete certain training courses by the deadline.

FINRA Rule 2010

FINRA Rule 2010 holds brokers to high standards of commercial honor and just and equitable principles of trade.

What are structured products?

Structured products are complex investments that combine a bond and a derivative. Investors’ returns are dependent on the performance of the derivative component—examples of which include forwards, options, and swaps.

Regulatory Action by Florida Office of Financial Regulation

On July 12, 2017, the Florida Office of Financial Regulation alleged that Mauricio Rubio failed to complete the registration process before the deadline. Mauricio Rubio’s registration was denied.

Background Information

Mauricio Rubio has passed the following exams:

• Series 65 – Uniform Investment Adviser Law Examination
• Series 63 – Uniform Securities Agent State Law Examination
• SIE – Securities Industry Essentials Examination
• Series 7 – General Securities Representative Examination

He previously worked for the following firms:

• Alterna Securities (CRD#:41139)
• Merrill Lynch, Pierce, Fenner & Smith (CRD#:7691)
• Morgan Stanley Smith Barney (CRD#:149777)
• Citigroup Global Markets (CRD#:7059)
• Hapoalim Securities USA (CRD#:266)
• Stanford Group Company (CRD#:39285)
• Prudential Securities (CRD#:7471)

Kurta Law Can Help

If you worked with Mauricio Rubio and you have concerns about your investments, please contact us today at 877-600-0098 or info@kurtalawfirm.com for a free consultation.

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