Regulatory Goals of the Security Laws - Explained
Why do Securities Laws Exist?
Written by Jason Gordon
Updated at September 25th, 2021
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What are the regulatory goals of security laws?Discussion QuestionAcademic ResearchWhat are the regulatory goals of security laws?
The regulatory goals or purpose of the securities laws include:
- preventing manipulation of the securities market;
- full disclosure of material information to stakeholders;
- preventing fraud; and
- leveling the playing field between insiders of a company and investors.
Each of these regulatory goals are not independent. Fairness and the prevention of deceit underline each objective.
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Understanding Securities Law
- Securities Law (Intro)
- What are Securities Laws?
- What is a Security?
- What qualifies as an Investment contract?
- What are the primary federal securities laws?
- What are the regulatory goals of security laws?
- What is the Securities and Exchange Commission?
- What is an Initial Public Offering?
- What is a Direct Public Offering?
- What is Crowdfunding?
Discussion Question
How do you feel about these securities law objectives? Are there any additional objectives that should be achieved under the securities laws?