private placement

Definition

The sale of securities directly to an institutional investor, such as a bank, mutual fund, insurance company, pension fund, or foundation. Does not require SEC registration, provided the securities are bought for investment purposes rather than resale, as specified in the investment letter.

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Related Terms

issue, placement, Regulation D, restricted security, qualified institutional investor

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