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The status of shares of stock that a company has sold and is not holding. Shares held by employees (such as executives) of a firm are also considered issued and outstanding. The company charter authorizes and establishes the maximum amount of stock that can be sold. This status can apply to any class of stock (including treasury stock that has been repurchased and resold).

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