Established in 1983, the International Organization for Securities Commissions (IOSCO) is an influential body dedicated to setting international standards for the regulation of global securities and futures markets. Based in Madrid, IOSCO promotes the adoption of internationally-agreed accounting standards, facilitating multinational share offerings.
IOSCO is an international cooperative of securities regulatory agencies and organizations. It functions to develop, implement, and promote adherence to internationally recognized standards for securities regulation.
