Financial Market Regulation
/ˌfaɪnænʃəl ˈmɑːrkɪt ˌrɛɡjʊˈleɪʃən/
Definitions
- (n.) The body of laws, rules, and supervisory practices governing financial markets to ensure transparency, stability, and protection against fraud.
Financial market regulation aims to prevent systemic risks and protect investors.
- (n.) The regulatory framework overseeing the issuance, trading, and settlement of financial instruments in capital and money markets.
Effective financial market regulation fosters fair and efficient trading environments.
Forms
- financial market regulation
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Commentary
Often overlaps with securities and banking regulation; typically enforced by specialized agencies to maintain market integrity and investor confidence.
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