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Market Regulations and Compliance
Regulatory bodies set rules to ensure transparency, fairness, and investor protection. In the
Philippines, regulators include:
Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC): Regulates the securities markets and ensures
compliance with laws, much like the Land Transportation Office (LTO) regulates drivers and
vehicles.
Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP): Regulates money markets and issues government
securities, similar to how the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) regulates businesses.
Philippine Stock Exchange (PSE): Oversees stock market operations and enforces listing rules,
like a shopping mall management ensuring all stores follow mall policies.
Compliance involves adherence to laws like the Anti-Money Laundering Act, insider trading
prevention, and accurate financial reporting.