Overview of the Securities and Exchange Commission
The SEC is a U.S. federal agency that was established by the U.S. Congress in 1934. The agency’s primary mission is “to protect investors and maintain the integrity of the securities markets,” which includes the establishment and maintenance of accounting principles and regulations. The SEC comprises five presidentially appointed commissioners heading approximately 3,100 staff employees across 4 divisions and 18 offices (Exhibit 1.2).
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