Securities Fraud: Detection, Prevention, and Control Hardcover - 2010 - 1st Edition

Securities FRAUD

Detection, Prevention, and Control

"Securities fraud is economic terrorism, and unless we accept it as a serious threat, we cannot prevail."
--From Securities Fraud

With reasonable care and insight, becoming a victim of securities fraud is preventable. Drawing from the author's three decades of experience on Wall Street, Securities Fraud presents a strong line of defense for detection and prevention of the many forms of this criminal practice.

By challenging classic fraud theories and introducing new concepts such as the "collarless" environment, this first complete guide to securities and investment fraud identifies red flags and practical methods investors and organizations can use to detect and prevent fraudulent behavior. The two-dimensional fraud triangle is expanded to a multidimensional theme with guidance on dismantling information "silos" that allow fraudsters to conceal their activities.

Beginning with an overview of the evolution of securities regulation and the devastating impact of securities fraud, the book includes lessons learned from the author's interviews with individuals accused or convicted of securities fraud and explores:

• The most common securities and devices used in fraudulent acts
• Carlo Ponzi, his legacy, and his fraudster descendants
• Why the line between securities fraud heroes and villains is often blurred
• The four categories of victims
• The early stage developments that require extra vigilance
• Investment fraud issues and challenges facing countries such as Canada
• Tough questions to ask before establishing an investment relationship
• Major securities statutes and regulatory guidelines

Written in straightforward, no-nonsense language for financial services managers and executives, auditors, accountants, accounting managers, and security professionals, Securities Fraud's goal is for your business to become less a victim of securities fraud and more an agent of change in detecting and protecting against investment misconduct and securities fraud.