Based on your own experience and knowledge, develop conclusions and explain the ethical implications of financial decisions within an organization. You may need to do additional research on the implications of using insider information (for example, the case of Martha Stewart) to complete the assignment.
Write an essay in which you respond to the following:
• Some individuals do not see anything unethical about insider trading. Yet, it is a criminal offense, one for which even well known and respected individuals have served and are serving time in prison. Why is insider trading considered to be unethical?
• Even if it were ethical, would allowing insider trading hinder the operation of the stock market in raising capital for new and existing companies? Explain.
You must use three sources in your essay to support your responses.