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An Economic and American Perspective of Insider Trading Regulation in Australia and New Zealand

Professor Jim Cox

Chapter in Securities Regulation in Australia and New Zealand, Oxford University Press, 1994

ABSTRACT:

This article first examines whether insider trading is a victimless crime and provides a coherent rationalization for the prosecution of insider trading. The author then provides a close analysis of the efficiencies and pitfalls of the Australian and New Zealand schemes of insider trading regulations. In connection with this analysis, special attention is also given to the economic considerations and effectiveness of each country's enforcement mechanisms.

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