Wall Street Reform

/ˈwɔːl ˌstriːt rɪˈfɔːrm/

Definitions

  1. (n.) Legislative and regulatory measures aimed at increasing transparency and reducing risks in the financial industry, notably including the Dodd-Frank Act.
    The Wall Street Reform introduced new oversight for banks to prevent a financial crisis.

Forms

  • wall street reform

Commentary

Commonly associated with post-2008 financial crisis legislation, the term refers broadly to reforms enhancing financial stability and consumer protection.

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