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FINRA SIE — Securities Industry Essentials Study Guide (2026)

This is the free study guide for the FINRA SIE — Securities Industry Essentials exam — the same content areas the exam tests, written to the official outline. Read any chapter online free below, then drill the material with 1149+ free practice questions and a full timed mock exam.

Last updated: August 2026.

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The 4 chapters

  1. 1Knowledge of Capital Markets16% of the exam
  2. 2Understanding Products and Their Risks44% of the exam
  3. 3Trading, Settlement, Customer Accounts, and Prohibited Activities31% of the exam
  4. 4The Regulatory Framework: Overseers, Registration, and Conduct9% of the exam

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Educational summary, not a substitute for the official material — always confirm current details with FINRA — Financial Industry Regulatory Authority. Last updated: August 2026.

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