The Biggest Stock Scams of Recent Time - Investopedia
2021年11月29日 · In recent history, stock scams have taken the form of accounting fraud that cooks the books and hides losses to pyramid or Ponzi schemes for otherwise fictitious companies. Here, we look at...
Investment Scams | Consumer Advice - Federal Trade Commission
Investment scams claim you’ll likely make a lot of money quickly or easily with little to no risk — usually by investing in the financial markets, cryptocurrency, real estate, or precious metals and coins.
Can you spot an investment scam? | Consumer Advice
2024年7月15日 · Never put money into an investment based only on what someone claims or what you read in an online newsletter, review, or blog. Scammers will often invent stories or testimonials about how successful people are at making money …
Be Alert to Signs of Imposter Investment Scams - FINRA.org
2024年3月11日 · Be alert to red flags of fraud. Guarantees, unregistered products, overly consistent or high returns, complex strategies, missing documentation, account discrepancies, secrecy and pushy salespeople are all cause for concern. Practice spotting persuasion tactics that scammers use, and always exercise healthy skepticism.
11 Real-World Investment Scams to Avoid - Liberated Stock Trader
2024年5月6日 · Investment scammers defrauded $8.8 billion from unsuspecting consumers in 2022, a staggering 30% year-on-year surge. Don't fall victim to NFT, Crypto, Forex, Ponzi, or offshore scams.
Investment scams are abundant on social media. Here's how to …
2023年8月30日 · In this scam, the fraudster will tell you their “patented,” “tested,” or “proven” strategy will let you make money investing in stocks, bonds, foreign currency, or tax liens.
Investment Scam Complaints on the Rise – Investor Alert
2020年12月14日 · Fraudsters use times of uncertainty and change, such as the current COVID-19 pandemic, to lure victims into investment scams. Below are tips to help you recognize and avoid frauds like Ponzi schemes, fake CD scams, bogus stock promotions, and community-based financial scams.
Over 114,000 Americans lost more than $8 billion to investment scams …
2024年3月27日 · From Ponzi schemes to advance fee scams, investment scams are often cleverly disguised amid a whole host of other legitimate offerings. Here at Comparitech, our estimates suggest more than 114,000 Americans were subject to investment fraud in 2023, with losses totaling more than $8 billion.
What You Can Do to Avoid Investment Fraud - Investor.gov
Be careful of claims that an investment will make “incredible gains,” is a “breakout stock pick” or has “huge upside and almost no risk!” Claims like these are hallmarks of extreme risk or outright fraud.
Social Media and Stock Tip Scams – Investor Alert
The SEC’s Office of Investor Education and Advocacy (OIEA) warns investors that scams involving stock recommendations may be conducted through social media. Never make investment decisions based solely on information from social media platforms or apps.