Question

which agency is responsible for regulating securities markets in the united states?
○ federal reserve system
○ office of the comptroller of the currency
○ federal deposit insurance corporation
○ securities and exchange commission
question 2
2 pts
in the united states, banks must comply with:
○ only federal regulations
○ only state regulations
○ both federal and state regulations
○ international regulations only

Explanation:

• For the first question: The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is the agency in the United States that is tasked with regulating securities markets. It aims to protect investors, maintain fair, orderly, and efficient markets, and facilitate capital formation.
• For the second question: In the United States, banks are subject to both federal and state regulations. Federal regulations come from entities like the Federal Reserve System, Office of the Comptroller of the Currency, etc., and state regulations are from the respective state banking departments. This dual - regulatory system is in place to ensure safety and soundness of the banking system.

Answer:

1. Securities and Exchange Commission
2. Both federal and state regulations