Authority for the Financial Markets – Netherlands
The Authority for the Financial Markets (AFM) is an independent market conduct authority that supervises the operation of the financial markets in the Netherlands. It was established in 2002. The AFM is responsible for:
The AFM has a wide range of powers, including the power to:
The AFM is an important part of the Dutch financial system. It helps to ensure that the financial markets are fair, efficient, and stable.
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