Securities Exchange Act of 1934
/ˈsɪkjʊrɪtiz ɪksˈʧeɪndʒ ækt ʌv 1934/
Definitions
- (n.) A federal law regulating secondary securities trading, exchanges, and brokers to ensure fairness and transparency.
The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 established the Securities and Exchange Commission to oversee stock market activities.
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- securities exchange act of 1934
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Commentary
This Act primarily governs securities trading after initial issuance and created the SEC, a crucial regulatory authority in U.S. financial markets.
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