Office of Economic Analysis

The Office of Economic Analysis is the chief advisor to the Commission and its staff on all economic issues associated with the SEC's regulatory and enforcement activities. The Office analyzes the likely consequences of proposed regulations, and engages in research in support of longer-term SEC policy initiatives and plans. This includes research into the causes and consequences of significant developments in the securities markets, in prevailing financial practices among issuer firms, and in SEC policy. Findings from staff research are disseminated to internal decision officials through oral and written presentations and may also be disseminated to external audiences through attendance at academic conferences and publication.

Our Mission:

To create high quality analyses that address the economic issues associated with the regulation of our financial markets, and to convey that knowledge clearly and responsibly to those making policy and enforcement decisions.

Our Vision:

To develop and maintain a staff of preeminent financial economists that contribute to an organizational culture recognized for excellence both nationally and internationally.

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