CFTC
Cftc
commodities futures trading commission
The US Commodity Futures Trading Commission.
CFTC... Commodities Futures Trading Commission
The Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) is the primary agency that regulates commodity exchanges and trading in agricultural metals and other commodities in the United States. It oversees the futures and options markets to ensure fair practices, protect market participants, and prevent fraud. Additionally, the CFTC works to promote competitive and financially sound markets.
In the United States, the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) is the primary agency that regulates commodity exchanges and trading in agriculture, metals, and other commodities. Additionally, the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) oversees certain aspects of commodity trading, particularly when it intersects with securities. Other countries have their own regulatory bodies, such as the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) in the UK and the European Securities and Markets Authority (ESMA) in the EU, which govern similar activities. These agencies ensure market integrity, protect investors, and promote fair trading practices.
Securities & Exchanges Board of India - SEBI regulates the Sensex
Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI)
DEFRA in the UK, oversees Environmental, Food and Agricultural issues.
The Staggers Rail Act of 1980 primarily regulates commodities transported by rail, particularly focusing on freight services. Key commodities include coal, chemicals, agricultural products, and intermodal containers. The Act aimed to deregulate the rail industry, allowing railroads more pricing flexibility while ensuring that essential commodities remained available for transport. Additionally, it encourages competition and efficiency within the rail freight sector.
SEBI regulates the business that happens in the Indian stock exchanges and other securities markets in India.
In India it is SEBI - Securities and Exchanges Board of India In USA it is SEC - Securities Exchange Commission