Investment Adviser Act
/ˌɪnvɛstmənt ædˈvaɪzər ækt/
Definitions
- (n.) A U.S. federal law regulating investment advisers to protect investors and ensure transparency.
The Investment Adviser Act requires advisers to register with the SEC and adhere to fiduciary duties.
Forms
- investment adviser act
- investment adviser acts
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Commentary
Commonly cited as the Investment Advisers Act of 1940; key for legal and compliance frameworks in financial services.
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