Glossary
From A to Z all the terms you need to skip the jargon and get started!
SEC
The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is a US federal government agency responsible for regulating and overseeing the securities markets, including stocks, bonds, and other financial instruments.
Its primary goal is to protect investors, maintain fair and transparent markets, and facilitate capital formation. The SEC enforces securities laws, ensures proper disclosure of information, and investigates cases of securities fraud or market manipulation. 📚🔍
For example, the SEC requires public companies to file financial statements (like 10-K and 10-Q reports) to provide transparency to investors and help them make informed investment decisions.
Fun fact: The SEC was established by the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, following the stock market crash of 1929 and the Great Depression. The creation of the SEC aimed to restore investor confidence in the stock market and prevent future financial crises. 📉📜