Securities and Exchange Commission
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Overview
The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is a regulatory body established to protect investors, maintain fair, efficient, and transparent markets, and facilitate capital formation. Key functions include enforcing securities laws, licensing market intermediaries, and supervising market infrastructure.
Founded Year
1929
Ownership Type
Government-Owned / State-Owned Enterprise
Business Model
B2C (Business to Consumer)
Time Zone
+5.30
Mission
To promote, develop and maintain a capital market that is fair, efficient, orderly and transparent
Vision
To accomplish the position of a benchmark capital market regulator in the region". Also previously noted as: "To become the benchmark regulator in South Asia for effective, efficient and proactive capital market regulation
Core Values
Investor Protection: Safeguarding the interests of local and foreign investors. Market Integrity: Ensuring the highest professional standards and preventing market abuse. Transparency & Efficiency: Promoting fair, efficient, and transparent market operations. Development: Fostering a capital market that acts as a catalyst for economic growth.
Company Tagline
"12 Pillars, One Vision for a Resilient Market" (2025-2035 Strategy). "Wings of Progress" (Symbolizing proactive regulation and forward-thinking). "FOSTER" (Focusing on sustainable market growth)
Head Office Country
Sri Lanka
Awards / Certifications
Job at Securities and Exchange Commission
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