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FINRA: Moneysmartz Profile
FINRA - The Financial Industry Regulatory Authority ("FINRA") is the largest non-governmental regulator for all securities firms doing business in the United States. FINRA manages more than 5,000 brokerage firms, 174,000 branch offices, 677,500 registered securities representatives, and has nearly 3,000 employees. It was created in 2007 through the consolidation of the NASD and the NYSE. FINRA is committed to protecting investors and the market through regulation, compliance, and technology-based services. It regulates trading in bonds, equities, securities, futures, and options. The site allows investors to research the background of investment professionals and firms. In addition, the FINRA site offers financial information including tips, tools, investment classes, and market data.
Financial Industry Regulatory Authority ("FINRA") Site Navigation Tips
When visiting the FINRA site, Moneysmartz recommends these helpful stops to help you to get the most out of the site:
- FINRA Site Map: An
outline of significant topics to easily navigate the FINRA site.
- FINRA Broker Check: Check the background of your investment professional.
- Protect
Yourself: Information and tips before and after investing and how to protect yourself when making financial decisions.
- Market Data: Facts and figures on the current situation of the market to make wiser financial decisions.
- Investment Choices: Information on different investments and asset
classes.
- Tools & Calculators: Selection of interactive tools to help you reach your financial
goals.
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