material information
Definition
Information which would be likely to affect a stock's price once it becomes known to the public. Examples include a takeover, a divestiture, significant management changes, and new product introductions. also called material news.
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Chinese Wall, inside information, tip
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unqualified opinion, obstruction of justice, accuracy
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