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What is the primary focus of the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC)?

  • Regulating commodity futures and options markets

  • Overseeing the banking system

  • Managing the national budget

  • Regulating the insurance industry

Answer

The Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) is primarily focused on regulating the commodity futures and options markets in the United States. This includes overseeing the activities of market participants to protect market integrity and prevent fraud and manipulation.
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