U.S. SEC says focused on prosecuting misconduct that might threaten investors, markets

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Gensler made the comment in a written response when asked about a Reuters report that federal and state regulators were assessing the possibility of “market manipulation” behind big moves in banking share prices in recent days.

“As I’ve said, in times of increased volatility and uncertainty, the SEC is particularly focused on identifying and prosecuting any form of misconduct that might threaten investors, capital formation, or the markets more broadly,” he said.