Financial Regulation
/ˌfaɪˈnænʃəl ˌrɛɡjəˈleɪʃən/
Definitions
- (n.) The body of laws and rules governing the operation, conduct, and oversight of financial institutions and markets.
Financial regulation aims to ensure transparency and stability in the banking sector.
- (n.) The process by which governmental agencies enforce compliance with financial laws and standards.
The regulator's financial regulation duties include monitoring banks for risk management.
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Commentary
The term 'financial regulation' encompasses both substantive rules and the administrative enforcement mechanisms; drafters should clarify context to avoid ambiguity.
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