Sisäpiirisäännökset

Sisäpiirisäännökset refer to rules and regulations designed to prevent insider trading and market abuse. These provisions aim to ensure fairness and transparency in financial markets by prohibiting individuals with access to non-public, price-sensitive information from trading securities based on that information. The core principle is that all investors should have access to the same information when making investment decisions.

In many jurisdictions, including the European Union, insider trading is a criminal offense. Regulations typically define who is considered an insider, which includes company insiders such as directors, employees, and major shareholders, as well as individuals who obtain inside information through their profession or other relationships. The prohibition extends to trading, as well as recommending or procuring others to trade, based on this privileged information.

Furthermore, sisäpiirisäännökset often encompass rules regarding the disclosure of inside information. Companies are generally required to disclose significant information to the public as soon as possible to avoid creating an unfair advantage for certain market participants. There are also rules concerning the management of inside information within companies, often involving measures to prevent its unauthorized dissemination. The goal of these regulations is to maintain investor confidence and the integrity of the financial markets.