In the Matter of Section 21 of the Securities Act, 2012 And In the Matter of the Appointment of a Hearing Panel and a Pre-Hearing Conference Panel and in accordance with the Securities Industry (Hearings and Settlements) Practice Rules 2008. Read more >>>> Order re Appointment of Settlement Pre-Hearing …
The New Year is still in its infancy and this week’s article focuses on an area that can be categorised as being in a similar state: Smart Contracts. More specifically, what exactly are Smart Contracts and do they have any place in the global securities markets? This is a burgeoning …
Happy New Year, Trinidad and Tobago! This week’s article focuses on market manipulation, insider trading and front running. The information provided is intended to increase the level of awareness among investors and the general public to certain practices which are prohibited in the local securities market. Read More >>> …
It is the end of the year, and you’ve saved just enough to make an investment and support a new saving goal, as you enter the New Year 2022. You’re about to explore the potential of investing in the local securities industry. Read More >>> Guidelines for Investing Wisely …
With Christmas just around the corner, and with the attendant high levels of consumerism associated with the season, many individuals are looking at ways to stretch their income or make their money grow. Read More >>> 10 ways to tell if you’re being scammed this Christmas
The Supervisory Authorities (Trinidad and Tobago Securities and Exchange Commission, Central Bank of Trinidad and Tobago and Financial Intelligence Unit of Trinidad and Tobago) developed a draft policy paper to introduce an administrative monetary fine (AMF) framework for contraventions of AML statutory requirements. The Trinidad and Tobago Securities and Exchange …
Christmas time is almost upon us and while we continue to ensure that we are safeguarded from the COVID-19 pandemic, it is also expected that many will continue with their traditional preparations for the season. During this time of year, most persons review their options for financing activities related to …
Financial fraud can take many forms including Boiler Room scams, Pump and Dump Schemes, Ponzi and Pyramid schemes. Affinity Fraud ranks among the most predominant in operation globally, particularly within a close-knit society or community, and can thrive or even go unreported. Read More >>> How to Avoid Becoming …
When we hear the term, ‘interest rate’, we immediately think of the annual amount charged on our loans and credit cards. Interest rate is not only the cost of borrowing but it also refers to the amount earned on savings and investments. In this final article in our five-part series …
In this fourth instalment in our five-part series on competent investment management, members of the investing public are reminded that the Trinidad and Tobago Securities and Exchange Commission (TTSEC) does not provide specific investment advice to the public. This week’s article will look at the indicators of a viable investment …
