US Supreme Court to consider SEC's 'disgorgement' power - Reuters
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The US Supreme Court will consider the SEC's power to recover ill-gotten gains through disgorgement.
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This decision will define the SEC's ability to recover funds from financial misconduct, impacting market regulation and investor protection.
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The US Supreme Court will consider the Securities and Exchange Commission's (SEC) "disgorgement" power. This power allows the SEC to compel individuals or entities who have profited from illegal activity to return those ill-gotten gains. The Court's decision will determine the scope and legality of the SEC's ability to recover funds from those found to have violated securities laws. A ruling could significantly impact the SEC's enforcement capabilities against financial misconduct and fraud.
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The US Supreme Court is set to consider the SEC's 'disgorgement' power.
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