Glossary of Securities Terms
A security is an investment in a common business enterprise. Stocks, bonds, notes, debentures, investment contracts, treasury stocks, transferable shares and mutual funds are all examples of securities. The laws and rules governing the registration and regulation of securities are complex. Here, we have compiled a glossary of some common securities law terms.
Overview of the Securities and Exchange Commission
The United States Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is tasked with regulating securities, protecting investors and maintaining efficient, fair markets. This article provides a brief overview of the Securities and Exchange Commission.
SEC Forms
The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) requires all companies to file certain documents, such as registration statements and periodic reports, which are then available free to the public. This article describes some of the more common SEC forms that companies use.
