2017-10-02
The International Organization of Securities Commissions (IOSCO) launched the inaugural World Investor Week, a global campaign running from October 2nd to 8th to promote investor education and protection. Securities regulators and stakeholders from over 70 countries are conducting various activities, including workshops, publications, and contests, to raise awareness about smart investing practices. The initiative emphasizes key behaviors such as verifying professional licenses, assessing fees, understanding risk, and avoiding get-rich-quick schemes to foster long-term financial security.