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SIFMA at 20: Looking Back, Looking Ahead

As SIFMA marks 20 years, President & CEO Kenneth E. Bentsen, Jr. reflects on the moments that have shaped the U.S. capital markets, SIFMA’s role through periods of change and resilience, and the opportunities ahead.

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Explore the events, reforms and innovations that have shaped the evolution of U.S. capital markets — and SIFMA’s role throughout that history.

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