Welcome to the Securities and Exchange Commission Knowledge Center
The Securities and Exchange Commission, also known as SEC or Security and Exchange Commission, is an essential regulatory body in the financial industry. At the SEC Knowledge Center, we provide a comprehensive collection of documents and resources relating to securities regulation and oversight.
Our extensive collection of documents includes the SEC Form 2927 (SBSE-C) Certifications for Registration of Security-Based Swap Dealers and Major Security-Based Swap Participants, which assists in ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements in the derivatives market. We also offer detailed instructions for completing the SEC Form 1695, X-17A-5 Part II Focus Report, a crucial document for broker-dealers to report their financial condition and operations.
For companies looking to issue securities, we provide the SEC Form 2013 (S-20) Registration Statement Under the Securities Act of 1933, as well as Form U-1 Uniform Application to Register Securities. These documents are designed to simplify and streamline the registration process, ensuring that issuers comply with all relevant regulations and disclosure requirements.
Additionally, we offer Form N-14 (SEC Form 2106) Registration Statement Under the Securities Act of 1933, which assists in registering investment companies under the purview of the Investment Company Act of 1940.
Our goal at the SEC Knowledge Center is to serve as a comprehensive resource hub for individuals and organizations seeking information on securities regulations and compliance. Whether you are a financial professional, an investor, or a company seeking to navigate the complex landscape of securities regulation, our extensive collection of documents and resources will provide the guidance and information you need.
Browse through our collection today and stay up to date with the latest developments in securities regulation and compliance. At the SEC Knowledge Center, we are here to help you navigate the world of securities with ease and confidence.
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This type of document, SEC Form 1935, is used for applying for registration as a national securities exchange or seeking exemption from registration under Section 5 of the Exchange Act.
This Form is used for reporting any changes in ownership of securities by individuals or entities.
This document is a form used for reporting the activities of transfer agents that are registered under Section 17a of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934.
This type of document provides instructions for filling out SEC Form MA, MA-I, MA-NR, and MA-W.
This form is used for providing an annual statement of changes in beneficial ownership of securities as required by the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC).
This Form is used for broker-dealers to request withdrawal from their registration with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). It is a standardized document that ensures uniformity in the process of withdrawing from broker-dealer registration.
This form is used for the registration statement of face-amount certificate companies with the SEC.
This Form is used for the certifications required to register as a security-based swap dealer or major security-based swap participant with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC).
This Form is used for claiming a limited offering exemption in the state of Maryland. It allows individuals or companies to legally offer and sell securities without having to register them with the state.
This form is used for custody reporting by broker-dealers. It ensures compliance with SEC regulations related to the safekeeping of clients' funds and securities.
This type of document is a report required by the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) for certain registered broker-dealers. It provides information about the financial condition and operations of the broker-dealer.
This form is used for reporting covered sales and covered round turn transactions under Section 31 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934.
This document is used for reporting the initial operation, amendments, and quarterly reports for pilot trading systems operated by self-regulatory organizations.
This form is used for the renewal of non-FiNRA broker-dealers in the state of Michigan.
This Form is used for registered investment companies to file their annual report.
This form is used for reporting any changes in beneficial ownership of securities. It helps investors and the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) track ownership changes and ensure transparency in the financial markets.
This form is used for the registration of separate accounts organized as unit investment trusts.
This Form is used for certifying the termination of registration of a class of securities by a foreign private issuer under Section 12(G) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, or the termination of the duty to file reports under Section 13(A) or Section 15(D) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934.
This document for proposing a rule change by a self-regulatory organization.
This document is used for reporting certain transactions under the Securities Act of 1933.
This Form is used for filing the X-17A-5 Part IIA Focus Report with the SEC. The report provides detailed information about a broker-dealer's financial condition and operations. It includes information about net capital, customer reserve funds, and other financial indicators.
This Form is used for registering securities under the Securities Act of 1933. It provides information about the company and its securities offerings.
This Form is used for providing notice of an exempt offering of securities.
This document is for large traders to register and provide required information under Section 13(H) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934.
This form is used for registering and updating the information of transfer agents.