in stock

1. Available for sale or use, on hand, as in We have several dozen tires in stock. The antonym, out of stock, means “not available for sale,” usually only temporarily. For example, This item is out of stock now, but we expect a new order next week. [Early 1600s]

Example Sentences

The Ellisons’ proposal includes paying 80% cash to Warner shareholders and the rest in stock, according to two people familiar with the matter who weren’t authorized to comment.

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That’s positive in two ways: It provides investors with more income to absorb declines in stock prices, and it gives the Fed more breathing room to cut rates.

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“This is especially important for middle-income Americans, many of whom own their home, but don’t own much in stock,” he added.

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“This is especially important for middle-income Americans, many of whom own their home, but don’t own much in stock,” he added.

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Regional bank Huntington Bancshares said it would acquire southern counterpart Cadence for $7.4 billion in stock, the latest example of consolidation among lenders.

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