SEC Unveils Public Service Announcement to Promote Background Checks on Investor.gov

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On April 16, the Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC“) unveiled a public service announcement (“PSA“) to encourage investors to check the background of their investment professional by using the free search tool on Investor.gov before investing. Chairman Clayton stated that:

“Investor education is an important line of defense against fraud and is critical to our efforts to both protect Main Street investors and improve their financial decision making. Through public service announcements, investor alerts and bulletins, and direct outreach, the SEC will continue to focus on empowering investors.” Press Release.

 

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