Decline in Accounting and Auditing Enforcement Actions Signals Shift in U.S. Regulatory Landscape
In 2025, enforcement actions related to accounting and auditing by regulatory bodies saw a significant decline. The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board (PCAOB) both reported notable decreases in their enforcement activities over the past year. A substantial reduction in SEC settlements and PCAOB fines highlighted this downward…