SEC may allow more public access into private company investment, says chairman


The Securities and Exchange Commission may expand the general public's access to investment opportunities in private companies, the SEC chairman said.

The Wall Street Journal reported that SEC Chairman Jay Clayton wants to make it easier for individuals to invest in private companies.

Right now, many investors can't access investment opportunities into private companies because of current stringent financial requirements required for investors in private companies.

But Clayton said the SEC wants…

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