Official PCAOB account. We oversee audits of public companies & SEC-registered broker-dealers. If you want to submit a tip, please do so at tips@pcaobus.org.The PCAOB is a nonprofit corporation established by Congress to oversee the audits of public companies in order to protect investors and further the public interest in the preparation of informative, accurate, and independent audit reports. The PCAOB also

Core values

- **Protection of Investors**: The PCAOB ensures that audits of public companies and broker-dealers are conducted accurately and independently, which helps maintain investor trust and confidence in the financial markets[5].
- **Enhancement of Audit Quality**: The PCAOB's inspections and enforcement actions help identify and correct deficiencies in audits, thereby improving the overall quality of financial reporting[2][5].
- **Promotion of Transparency and Accountability**: By setting and enforcing auditing standards, the PCAOB promotes transparency and accountability in financial reporting, which is essential for a healthy and functioning capital market[5].
- **Support for Economic Stability**: Reliable financial reporting is critical for economic stability, and the PCAOB's work contributes to this stability by ensuring that financial statements are accurate and reliable[5].