Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA)

The Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA) is a nonprofit organization that oversees and regulates brokerage firms and exchanges in the U.S. Its main goal is to protect investors by ensuring fair and honest trading practices in the securities industry. FINRA enforces rules, conducts examinations, and provides education and resources to both investors and financial professionals. By monitoring firms and individual brokers, it aims to maintain market integrity and promote investor confidence in the financial system. Essentially, FINRA serves as a watchdog to help keep the investment industry responsible and transparent.