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“The Investor’s Advocate”: Prepared Remarks before the Investor Advisory Committee

· Gary Gensler, Chair of the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (United States)

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· Gary Gensler Wiki · U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission Wiki“The Investor’s Advocate”: Prepared Remarks before the Investor Advisory Committee

ContextSpeech by Gary Gensler, Chair of the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission.

Why it mattersThe outgoing SEC chair raises concerns about mandatory arbitration and retail access to alternative assets.

Problems raised
  1. Everyday investors need a direct voice at the SEC.
  2. Mandatory arbitration clauses may limit investor rights.
  3. Retail access to alternative assets brings new risks.
Solutions proposed
  1. Use the Investor Advisory Committee set up by Congress.
  2. Seek its advice on arbitration clauses.
  3. Weigh the risks and opportunities of alternative assets.
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