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5. Ethics Flashcards

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Standard 1 (A) - Definition

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Knowledge of the Law: M/Cs must understand and comply with all applicable laws, rules and regulations

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Standard 1 (B) - Definition

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Independence & Objectivity: M/Cs must use reasonable care and judgement to achieve and maintain I&O. M/Cs must not offer or solicit gifts, compensation, benefits that compromise

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Standard 1 (C) - Definition

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Misrepresentation: M/Cs must not KNOWINGLY make any misrepresentation related to investment analysis and actions

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Standard 1 (D) - Definition

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Misrepresentation: M/Cs must not ENGAGE in any professional activity involving fraud, dishonesty ou que pega mal na profissão

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Standard 2 (A) - Definition

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MNPI: M/Cs who POSSESS MNPI that could affect markets must not act or cause others to act

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Standard 2 (B) - Definition

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Market Manipulation: M/Cs must not ENGAGE in practices that distort prices or inflate volumes. To be a violation M/C tem que estar mal intencionado. Transaction or Information Based.

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Standard 3 (A) - Definition

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Loyalty, Prudence & Care: M/Cs have a duty of loyalty to clients and must act with reasonable care and judgment.

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Standard 3 (B) - Definition

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Fair Dealing: M/Cs must deal fairly and objectively with all clients

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Standard 3 (C) - Definition

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Suitability: WHEN in advisory relationship, M/Cs must (i) reasonable inquiry (ii) determine suitability and (iii) judge by context. Tactical deviations are allowed, but should stick to mandate (consistent).

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Standard 3 (D) - Definition

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Performance Presentation: M/Cs must make reasonable efforts to ensure that info is FAIR, ACCURATE AND COMPLETE. Additional info may be available upon request.

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Standard 3 (E) - Definition

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Preservation of Confidentiality: M/Cs must keep information on current, former, prospective clients confidential UNLESS required by law, CFA requests or client allows.

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Standard 4 (A) - Definition

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Loyalty to Employers: M/Cs must act for the benefit of employer. Do not deprive employer from your skills.

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Standard 4 (B) - Definition

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Additional Compensation: M/Cs must not accept gifts, compensation or consideration (monetary or not) that competes with current job UNLESS WRITTEN CONSENT FROM ALL PARTIES INVOLVED

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Standard 4 (C) - Definition

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Responsbility of Supervisors: M/Cs must make reasonable efforts to ensure anyone reporting to them complies with everything.

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Standard 5 (A) - Definition

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Diligence & Reasonable Basis: Exercise diligence, independence, thoroughness in analysis. Have reasonable and adequate basis.

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Standard 5 (B) - Definition

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Communication w/ Clients: M/Cs must (i) disclose format and general principles, (ii) significant limitations and (iii) use reasonable judgment and (iv) distinguish fact and opinion

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Standard 5 (C) - Definition

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Record Retention: M/Cs must develop and maintain records. Whatever if electronic or hard copies.

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Standard 6 (A) - Definition

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Disclosure of Conflicts: M/Cs must make FULL and FAIR disclosure BEFORE entering in arrangements with clients, prospective etc. Ensure plain language.

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Standard 6 (B) - Definition

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Priority of Transactions: Client > Employer > Me

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Standard 6 (C) - Definition

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Referral Fees: M/Cs must disclose to clients, prospective etc BEFORE entering in the arrangements

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Standard 7 (A) - Definition

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Conduct: M/Cs must not engage in conduct that compromises reputation and integrity of CFAI. Do not comment broader topics tested etc.

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Standard 7 (B) - Definition

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Reference to CFA designation: M/Cs must not misrepresent or exaggerate

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Standard 1 (A) - Key Words

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Knowledge of the Law: Comply with most strict law

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Standard 1 (B) - Key Words

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Independence & Objectivity: Gifts; Flat Fees

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Standard 1 (C) - Key Words

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Misrepresentation: Plágio; Lie; Misleading numbers; Guarantee returns; Deliver PPT knowing of an error

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Standard 1 (D) - Key Words

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Misconduct: Dishonesty; Fraud; Theft

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Standard 2 (A) - Key Words

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MNPI: Reliable source; Act based in rumour OK; Mosaic Theory

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Standard 2 (B) - Key Words

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Mkt Manipulation: Intent to mislead markets

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Standard 3 (A) - Key Words

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Loyalty, Prudence & Care: Act in the benefit of the client; soft dollars only to client (mixed software ok); proxy voting; seek best execution or notify if directed trading

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Standard 3 (B) - Key Words

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Fair Dealing: Different levels of service are OK; Agir igual discretionary or non-discretionary; Give everyone a fair chance to act

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Standard 3 (C) - Key Words

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Suitability: Reasonable inquiry; judge by context; stick to mandate; annual updates to IPS

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Standard 3 (D) - Key Words

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Performance Presentation: Fair, Accurate, Complete, Identify info from previous jobs and communicate limitations

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Standard 3 (E) - Key Words

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Preservation of Confidentiality: All current, former, prospective clients unless illegal, allowed by client or CFA requested

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Standard 4 (A) - Key Words

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Loyalty to Employers: Do not deprive from your skill, stay loyal, OK whistleblow if it is to protect market and clients

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Standard 4 (B) - Key Words

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Additional Compensation Arrangement: Get written consent from all parties

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Standard 4 (C) - Key Words

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Responsibility of Supervisors: Compliance systems are necessary prior to accepting the job. If suspect from someone, increase supervisory, place limitations but NOT OK to hold hearings.

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Standard 5 (A) - Key Words

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Diligence & Reasonable Basis: Diligence, independence, thoroughness

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Standard 5 (B) - Key Words

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Communication with Clients: Disclose investment principles; any changes to stock coverage that impacts recommendation; responsible for submanagers you hire

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Standard 5 (C) - Key Words

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Record Retention: Reg requirement or 7 years

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Standard 6 (A) - Key Words

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Disclosure of Conflicts: DISCLOSE

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Standard 6 (B) - Key Words

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Priority of Transactions: Clients > Employers > Me. Not unethical if client is not disadvantaged, professional does not benefit and professional is in compliance

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Standard 6 (C) - Key Words

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Referral Fees: Disclose employers, clients, prospective cleints of any consideration or benefit received for recommendations

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Standard 7 (A) - Key Words

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Conduct as CFA member: Do not cheat, comment topics tested, share exam content. Does NOT cover opinions. Do not use CFA volunteering to benefit yourself.

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Standard 7 (B) - Key Words

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Reference to CFAI: Superiors return guaranteed NOT ok; Do not overstate CFA designation. 4 years of work experience.

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