CySEC Basic · Chapter 5 of 8
Chapter 5: Insider Dealing & Market Manipulation
Market abuse prevention rules under the Market Abuse Regulation (MAR).
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What Chapter 5 covers
The key topics of this chapter in the CySEC Basic syllabus. Each has a free study note.
- Inside information: definition and handlingRead the note: What is inside information under the Market Abuse Regulation?
- Prohibition of insider dealingRead the note: What is insider dealing, and who counts as an insider?
- Market manipulation: forms and prohibitionRead the note: What is market manipulation, and how is it detected and reported?
- Suspicious transaction reportingRead the note: What is market manipulation, and how is it detected and reported?
- Market soundings regimeRead the note: What is a market sounding, and how can inside information be shared lawfully in one?
Exam questions per chapter
50 questions in the CySEC Basic exam
- Ch 1 · Investment Services Law 20174 questions
- Ch 2 · Cypriot Investment Firms (CIFs)12 questions
- Ch 3 · CIFs and Banks8 questions
- Ch 4 · MiFIR (2014)5 questions
- Ch 5 · Insider Dealing & Market Manipulation (this chapter)8 questions
- Ch 6 · Open-Ended UCI Laws5 questions
- Ch 7 · Alternative Investments6 questions
- Ch 8 · AML & Terrorist Financing2 questions
Questions about Chapter 5
How many questions does CySEC Basic Chapter 5 carry?
Chapter 5, Insider Dealing & Market Manipulation, accounts for approximately 8 of the 50 questions in the CySEC Basic exam (around 16% of the total). The exact number can vary slightly from one sitting to the next.
What topics are tested in CySEC Basic Chapter 5?
Chapter 5 covers: Inside information: definition and handling; Prohibition of insider dealing; Market manipulation: forms and prohibition; Suspicious transaction reporting; Market soundings regime.
Should I prioritise Chapter 5 in my CySEC Basic revision?
Yes. Chapter 5 is one of the highest-weighted chapters, with approximately 8 exam questions. Allocate proportionally more study time here, practise questions while the material is fresh and aim for 90%+ accuracy before moving on.
How can I practise CySEC Basic Chapter 5 questions?
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