FTC Issues Annual Report to Congress on Protecting Older Adults from Investment Scams
The report underscores the growing financial vulnerability of older adults to investment fraud, informing policymakers and regulators.
ADTP Regulatory Watch· October 19, 2026· Federal Trade Commission
ImpactModerate 43
Type🧭 Regulatory Guidance
Statuspublishedenacted, check the effective date
JurisdictionUS
What happened
The FTC released its latest annual report to Congress highlighting that older adults lose more money to investment scams than any other fraud type. The report outlines key trends from fraud reports submitted by older adults and the agency’s efforts to combat the problem.
Why it matters for trust and compliance
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The report underscores the growing financial vulnerability of older adults to investment fraud, informing policymakers and regulators.
Who is affected
financial services
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