Investor Bulletins
Investor Bulletin: 13 Things Everyone Should Know About Investing
01/11/2013
Whether you’re a first-time investor or have been investing for many years, there is some basic information you should know about investing. Below is a list of thirteen pieces of investing-related information that may help you make informed financial decisions and avoid common scams.Read moreView Document: English (pdf)
INVESTOR BULLETIN Municipal Bonds: Understanding Credit Risk
12/26/2012
The SEC's Office of Investor Education and Advocacy is issuing this Investor Bulletin to help educate investors about assessing credit risks they face when purchasing municipal bonds, which may also be called notes or certificates of participation. Credit risk—or default risk—is the risk that interest and/or principal on the securities will not be paid on time and in full. Investors need to know who is responsible for repayment of the securities and the financial condition of that entity to assess the credit risk and decide whether to purchase the securities. It is important to look beyond the short-hand label given to a municipal bond, such as "general obligation bond" or "revenue bond," or the bond's credit rating. Investors should read the disclosure document, known as the "official statement," which provides important details about the offering, including the factors described below. Read moreView Document: English (pdf)
Investor Bulletin: Year-End Investment Considerations for Individual Investors
12/06/2012
The SEC’s Office of Investor Education and Advocacy and the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA) are issuing this Investor Bulletin to provide individual investors with a few suggestions for year-end investment planning as the year draws to a close.Read moreView Document: English (pdf)
Investor Bulletin: Hedge Funds
10/03/2012
The SEC’s Office of Investor Education and Advocacy is issuing this Investor Bulletin to educate individual investors about hedge funds.Read moreView Document: English (pdf)
Investor Bulletin: How to Read Confirmation Statements
09/27/2012
The SEC’s Office of Investor Education and Advocacy is issuing this Investor Bulletin to provide you with guidance on how to read confirmation statements. Read moreView Document: Spanish (pdf)