The Israel Securities Authority

Introduction to the Israel Securities Authority (ISA)

The Israel Securities Authority (ISA) serves as the national regulatory body overseeing Israel's securities market. Established in 1968 under Israeli law, the ISA operates with a clear mandate: "to safeguard the interests of the public investing in securities."

The ISA focuses on two primary objectives:

1. Investor Protection:

• Ensuring transparency, fairness, and reliability in Israel’s capital markets.
• Safeguarding investors against fraudulent or unethical practices.

1. Market Development:

• Building and enhancing a robust regulatory infrastructure to support financial stability.
• Promoting innovative tools, products, and policies that encourage a diverse, dynamic, and competitive public capital market.

By balancing strict regulatory oversight with the promotion of innovation, the ISA plays a pivotal role in maintaining trust and fostering growth within Israel’s financial ecosystem.