Overview of Financial Markets and Regulation Flashcards

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Which department of a broker-dealer handles the underwriting and issuance of securities for clients?

A

Investment banking

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What is the primary purpose of the Securities Act of 1933?

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Provide investors with full and fair disclosure regarding new issues (prospectus)

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What is FINRA’s primary objective?

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To adopt, administer, and enforce rules in the securities industry.

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The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 regulates the __________ _______.

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The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 regulates the Secondary Market.

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The Securities Act of 1933 regulates ____________.

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The Securities Act of 1933 regulates new issues.

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The __________________________________________ is the SRO for the OTC market.

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The Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA) is the SRO for the OTC market.

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What is the role of an SRO?

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Maintain fair and orderly securities markets and establish rules and regulations for protecting investors

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Name some Self-Regulatory Organizations (SROs).

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FINRA, MSRB, CBOE, and other exchanges

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What U.S. Government agency, created by the ‘34 Act, enforces securities laws?

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The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC)

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