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EDGAR

Definition

Electronic Data Gathering, Analysis, and Retrieval. The SEC's system used by all public companies to transmit required filings, such as quarterly reports and annual reports and ongoing disclosure obligations. Electronic filing using EDGAR was made mandatory for most documents in 2002, and the database is available to view to the public.

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Use the EDGAR on SEC.gov to Find SEC FilingsRegulatory filings with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) provide investors with critical information disclosing the financials of corporations, corporate governance, news disclosures, ... Read more