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Press Contact: John J. Nester (202) 942-7083 SEC CHAIRMAN ARTHUR LEVITT, CALIFORNIA OFFICIALS TO HOLD INVESTORS' TOWN MEETING IN PALO ALTO More American households are investing in the markets than ev

Release: 98-12

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No fraud occurred or was alleged in this document, which is a press release announcing a public investor education town meeting hosted by the SEC, California officials, and Congresswoman Anna Eshoo to promote financial literacy amid record $4 trillion in mutual fund investments.

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The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, California’s Department of Corporations, and Congresswoman Anna Eshoo jointly hosted a free Investors’ Town Meeting in Palo Alto on February 17, 1998, to educate the public on safe investing and fraud prevention. The event coincided with record U.S. household investments of $4 trillion in mutual funds and featured seminars on topics like stock selection and financial planning. No individuals or entities were accused of wrongdoing, no financial penalties were imposed, and no legal charges were filed—this was purely an educational outreach initiative.

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On February 17, 1998, the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, California’s Department of Corporations, and Congresswoman Anna Eshoo held a free Investors’ Town Meeting at the Hyatt Rickeys in Palo Alto to promote financial literacy and investor protection. The event was part of a national series aimed at helping Americans navigate the markets amid record $4 trillion in mutual fund investments. Attendees received guidance on making informed decisions, monitoring investments, and avoiding scams, with seminars on 'Successful Investing,' 'Selecting Stocks Made Easy,' and 'Introduction to Financial Planning.' No fraud, misconduct, or enforcement actions were mentioned; the focus was entirely on prevention through education. Over 800 residents were expected to attend, and reservations were required due to limited seating. The meeting was organized in collaboration with numerous financial and investor advocacy groups, including AARP, the National Association of Investors Corporation, and the Securities Industry Association. Officials emphasized that informed investors are the best defense against fraud, reinforcing the principle that prevention is far more effective than recovery. This initiative reflected a broader government effort to strengthen public trust in capital markets during a period of unprecedented retail investment growth.

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Sec Chairman Arthur Levitt Hold Investors' Town Meeting
More American households Invest Markets
Record Invest $4 trillion in mutual funds
U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission Chairman Arthur Levitt Offer Basic tips and answer questions
Levitt Say It's critical that they understand their investments
Levitt Point out The questions people should ask before they invest
Rep. Eshoo Say The Investors' Town Meeting will help bring Wall Street to Main Street
Rep. Eshoo Say Sound financial advice can pay big dividends for those willing to listen
Thompson Say The town meeting will benefit experienced investors and those looking to get into the market for the first time
Thompson Say Informed investors are the best protection against fraud
Thompson Say The old saying that an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure applies particularly well to the investment world
The Investors' Town Meeting Be held At the Hyatt Rickeys in Palo Alto, California
The Investors' Town Meeting Include One-hour investment seminars
The Investors' Town Meeting Be The 23rd of a national series
The town meeting format Enable Securities officials to hear directly from investors
The Investors' Town Meeting steering committee Include Representatives of the following organizations

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE 98-12 Press Contact: John J. Nester (202) 942-7083 SEC CHAIRMAN ARTHUR LEVITT, CALIFORNIA OFFICIALS TO HOLD INVESTORS' TOWN MEETING IN PALO ALTO More American households are investing in the markets than ever before. Record $4 trillion invested in mutual funds. Washington, D.C., Jan. 29 -- On Tuesday, February 17, U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission Chairman Arthur Levitt, U.S. Representative Anna Eshoo, and Brian Thompson, Chief Deputy Commissioner of California's Department of Corporations, will hold an Investors' Town Meeting at the Hyatt Rickeys in Palo Alto, California. More than 800 area residents are expected to attend the free educational event. "More Americans than ever are putting their hard-earned money in the market. It's critical that they understand their investments," said Levitt. "Educated investors create stronger markets, and they are better able to protect themselves against potential fraud and abuse." The SEC Chairman will offer basic tips and answer questions on how to make informed investment decisions, monitor investments, and avoid costly mistakes. He will also point out the questions people should ask before they invest. "The Investors' Town Meeting will help bring Wall Street to Main Street," said Rep. Eshoo. "Sound financial advice can pay big dividends for those willing to listen. Anyone with an interest in investing or saving for their retirement should participate in this event." Thompson, whose office oversees securities regulation in California, said the town meeting will benefit experienced investors and those looking to get into the market for the first time. "Informed investors are the best protection against fraud. The old saying that an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure applies particularly well to the investment world where it is much easier to protect yourself up front rather than trying to get your money back after you've been scammed," Thompson said. The Investors' Town Meeting will be held at the Hyatt Rickeys, 4219 El Camino Real from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. One-hour investment seminars will be offered at 12:00 p.m and 1:00 p.m. Seminar topics include "Successful Investing," "Selecting Stocks Made Easy" and "Introduction to Financial Planning." Registration begins at 8:30 a.m. Admission is free, but reservations are recommended because seating is limited. To reserve a seat, contact Susan St. Vincent of the SEC's San Francisco District Office toll-free at (800) 311- 6300 or by fax at (415) 705-1645. You can also make reservations by e-mail at [email protected]. The Investors' Town Meeting in Palo Alto will be the 23rd of a national series to promote public understanding of the securities markets and awareness of the risks and rewards of investing. The town meeting format also enables securities officials to hear directly from investors on how government can better serve the investing public. The Investors' Town Meeting steering committee includes representatives of the following organizations: Alliance for Investor Education American Association of Retired Persons American Association of American Savings Education Individual Investors Council The Bar Association of San The Bond Market Association Francisco Certified Financial Planner Department of the Treasury, Board of Standards Bureau of the Public Debt East Bay International Education Strategies, Inc. Association of Financial Planning Institute of Certified International Association of Financial Planners Financial Planning Investment Company Institute The Nasdaq Stock Market National Association of National Association of Investors Corporation Personal Financial Advisors National Association of National Association of Securities Dealers, Inc. Securities Dealers Regulators, Inc. National Investor Relations New York Stock Exchange Institute North American Securities North Bay International Administrators Association, Inc. Association for Financial Planning 100% No-Load Mutual Fund Council The Pacific Stock Exchange The Palo Alto Chamber of San Francisco International Commerce Association for Financial Planning San Francisco Security Traders Santa Clara Bar Association Association Securities Industry Association The Security Analysts of San Francisco Securities Industry Foundation Silicon Valley International for Economic Education Association for Financial Planning Silicon Valley Society of the Institute of Certified Financial Planners * * *

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