Securities Regulation in the Netherlands

Amsterdam securities exchanges are among the busiest in the world, and know no national boundaries. Yet is has not been easy for investors and their advisors to find a clear, straightforward guide to the essential structure and concepts of Netherlands securities laws and regulations. Now, this new edition of a popular summary, incorporating recent changes in the regulatory environment, provides everything an investor needs to know in order to trade confidently on these major global markets andndash; and does so in plain language, without unnecessary details and long explanations. An introductory chapter explains the Dutch securities markets, their regulatory authorities and sources of law, and the impact of the ongoing harmonisation of European securities law. Subsequent chapters cover public offerings, publicly held companies, the securities business (including trading in stocks, bonds, options, and futures, both through exchanges and over the counter), and investment undertakings. A final chapter on antifraud provisions includes the latest refinements on disclosure obligations and sanctions for tipping.