Jake Stan, a CFA Charterholder, is writing an unfavorable research report on a company called PKO.
Larry Spelt, who is Jake's supervisor and who is NOT a CFA Charterholder, informs Jake that the firm is about to underwrite a large stock offering for PKO. Larry tells Jake to please upgrade his research report on PKO to reflect a purchase recommendation. Jake does this without disclosing the underwriting activity.
According to Standards of Professional Conduct, which Standard/s of Professional Conduct has/have been violated?
I). Standard V A - Diligence and Reasonable Basis.
II). Standard VI A - Disclosure of Conflicts to Clients and Prospects.