According to the CFA Institute Code of Ethics, CFA Institute members shall:
A) |
maintain knowledge and comply with all applicable laws, rules and regulations. | |
B) |
act with integrity, competence, diligence, respect, and in an ethical manner when dealing with the public, clients, prospective clients, employers, employees, colleagues in the investment profession, and other participants in the global capital markets. | |
C) |
preserve the confidentiality of information communicated by clients, prospects, or employers concerning investment matters. | |
Acting with integrity, competence, diligence, respect, and in an ethical manner when dealing with the public, clients, prospective clients, employers, employees, colleagues in the investment profession, and other participants in the global capital markets is one of the six components of the Code of Ethics, whereas the other statements are part of the Standards of Professional Conduct. |