【详细解释】 Electronic Data Gathering, Analysis, and Retrieval (EDGAR)--An electronic system developed by the Securities and Exchange Commission. EDGAR permits companies to file electronically with the SEC all documents required for securities offerings and ongoing disclosure obligations. EDGAR became fully operational mid-1995. (See Securities and Exchange Commission)
Electronic Data Gathering and Retrieval. The Securities & Exchange Commission (SEC) uses EDGAR to transmit company documents such as 10-Ks, 10-Qs, quarterly reports, and other SEC filings, to investors.