Vancouver Stock Exchange controversies
Controversies tied to this brand in public sources. A listing is not a finding of fault.
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1994
Regulatory report cites shams and market manipulation
A report by James Matkin on the VSE and securities regulation referred to the presence of shams, swindles, and market manipulation.
1989
“Scam capital of the world” reputation
Forbes used the phrase “scam capital of the world” to describe the VSE, reflecting concerns about questionable promotions, manipulation, and inadequate investor protection.
1979
Study reports frequent investor losses linked to fraud
A study cited in accounts of the exchange found that investors in VSE companies often lost part or all of their investments because of fraudulent activity.
1973
RCMP estimate of widespread fraudulent activity
A cited RCMP estimate stated that between 20% and 30% of companies listed on the VSE were involved in some type of fraud.