An Overview of Capital Markets and Securities Laws: Understanding the Fundamentals

Authors

  • Samriddha Krishna Behera

Keywords:

Investor protection, capital markets, stocks, bonds

Abstract

This study gives an in-depth examination of financial markets and securities regulations, focusing on their underlying concepts and relevance. Cash markets are critical financial platforms that allow cash to circulate between businesses and investors. Securities regulations, also known as financial market rules and regulations, are a collection of rules and regulations implemented by government agencies to monitor the operation of capital markets and promote fair practises. The study dives into the operations of capital markets, such as raising funds for businesses and providing investors with investment options. It emphasises securities law objectives such as safeguarding investors, maintaining the integrity of the market, fulfilling disclosure obligations, and creating equitable and effective markets. The essential components of securities legislation are examined in depth, including regulatory agencies such as the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), registration and licencing
requirements, insider trading prohibitions, and anti-market manipulation measures. The essay finishes by emphasising the need for capital market security legislation, such as protecting investors, market integrity, openness, equitable trading, and regulatory monitoring. It emphasises the critical role that security regulations play in ensuring capital market integrity and stability while encouraging investors and promoting economic growth.

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Published

2023-07-15