Financial Glossary
Quick definitions for the metrics and concepts you see in StockLrn.
Securities and Exchange Commission
The U.S. federal agency responsible for regulating securities markets and protecting investors.
FINRA
A self-regulatory organization overseeing U.S. broker-dealers and their registered representatives.
Insider Trading
Buying or selling securities based on material, non-public information—illegal when it breaches a duty.
Fiduciary Duty
A legal obligation to act in the best interest of another party, such as a client or beneficiary.
Accredited Investor
An individual or entity that meets SEC financial thresholds to invest in unregistered securities.
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