The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is a federal agency responsible for enforcing federal securities laws, proposing securities rules, and regulating the securities industry, including the stock and options exchanges. The SEC aims to protect investors, maintain fair, orderly, and efficient markets, and facilitate capital formation. It oversees activities such as securities trading, corporate reporting, and investment funds to ensure transparency and compliance with the law. The SEC also works to prevent fraud, insider trading, and other deceptive practices in the securities markets.
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