FINRA Bars Jeyakumar Nadarajah for Refusing to Answer Questions in Trading Practices Investigation
The Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA) has barred Jeyakumar Nadarajah (CRD #5666532) of Edgewater, New Jersey, from associating with any FINRA member firm in any capacity after he refused to fully respond to questions during a regulatory investigation.
On February 5, 2026, FINRA issued a Letter of Acceptance, Waiver, and Consent (AWC) under Case #2022074307401. Without admitting or denying the findings, Nadarajah consented to the sanction and to the entry of findings.
Investigation into Trading Practices
According to FINRA, the investigation focused on certain trading practices conducted by traders at a FINRA member firm.
Regulatory reviews of trading activity often examine whether transactions were executed in accordance with firm policies and industry rules, including whether trading was appropriate, authorized, and in the best interests of customers.
Refusal to Fully Respond to FINRA Questions
As part of its investigation, FINRA requested that Nadarajah provide information and answer questions regarding the trading practices under review.
Under FINRA Rule 8210, registered individuals are required to provide complete and truthful responses during investigations. According to FINRA’s findings, Nadarajah refused—citing a pending matter—to fully answer FINRA’s questions.
Failure to fully respond to FINRA inquiries is considered a serious violation because it prevents regulators from obtaining critical information needed to evaluate potential misconduct.
As a result of his refusal to cooperate, Nadarajah was permanently barred from associating with any FINRA member firm in all capacities.
Importance of Cooperation in Trading Investigations
FINRA relies on cooperation from registered individuals to assess whether trading activity complies with regulatory standards and whether investors may have been harmed.
When individuals refuse to provide complete information, it can obstruct oversight and lead to severe disciplinary action, including a permanent bar from the securities industry.
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