Business Law

Securities Law

/ seh-KYOO-rih-teez law /

Definition

Law governing the issuance and trading of stocks and bonds.

Used in Context

“Securities law requires full disclosure in all public offerings.”

Etymology

◈ Latin: securitas, freedom from care

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