US SEC: A total of 583 enforcement actions were taken in the fiscal year 2024, obtaining a record high financial relief of $8.2 billion

The U.S. SEC recently announced that its enforcement efforts reached a historic high in the fiscal year 2024, highlighting its commitment to maintaining market integrity and protecting investors. The agency revealed: "In the fiscal year 2024, a total of 583 enforcement actions were initiated, and $8.2 billion in financial remedies were obtained, which is the highest amount in SEC history."

Compared with 2023, the number of enforcement actions initiated by the SEC increased by 14%. SEC Chairman Gary Gensler praised the role of the Enforcement Division: "The Enforcement Division is a steadfast police force that will follow facts and laws to hold violators accountable wherever they are. As this year's results show, this division helps promote integrity in our capital markets for both investors and issuers."