Securities And Exchange Commission (SEC)

Definition of "Securities and exchange commission (SEC)"

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Federal government agency monitoring and regulating corporate financial reporting and disclosure, use of accounting principles, auditing practices, and trading activities. Its regulations apply to publicly held real estate companies. SEC requirements promote full disclosure to protect investor interests.

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