financial regulation

Takeover Panel

The Takeover Panel is the UK's corporate governance body responsible for regulating takeovers. It ensures fair treatment for shareholders and…

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Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC)

The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is an independent federal agency responsible for regulating the securities markets. It protects…

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Glass-Steagall Act

The Glass-Steagall Act, enacted in 1933, separated commercial and investment banking in the U.S. It aimed to prevent speculative abuses…

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Financial Services Authority (FSA)

The Financial Services Authority (FSA) was a UK government body responsible for regulating financial services firms. It aimed to protect…

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Chinese Walls: Maintaining Ethical Boundaries in Finance and Law

Chinese walls, or information barriers, are policies designed to prevent the flow of material non-public information between different departments within…

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Central Bank: Definition, Functions, and Importance

A central bank is a crucial financial institution responsible for managing a nation's currency, money supply, and interest rates. Its…

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