There are no securities exchanges in Alaska. Alaska has 89 securities brokers and dealers industries, with over 500 agents. There are also 19 investment advisor firms registered to provide services within the state. Three NASDAQ companies are headquartered in Alaska.
The Alaska Securities Act of 1959 serves as the foundation for the regulation of the sale of securities through a triple-tiered system of registration for brokers and dealers, as well as through anti-fraud provisions.