prospectus

American  

[pruh-spek-tuhs] / prəˈspɛk təs /

noun

plural

prospectuses

1. a document describing the major features of a proposed literary work, project, business venture, etc., in enough detail so that prospective investors, participants, or buyers may evaluate it.

   Don't buy the new stock offering until you read the prospectus carefully.

2. a brochure or other document describing the major features, attractions, or services of a place, institution, or business to prospective patrons, clients, owners, or members.

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prospectus British  

/ prəˈspɛktəs /

noun

1. a formal statement giving details of a forthcoming event, such as the publication of a book or an issue of shares

2. a pamphlet or brochure giving details of courses, as at a college or school

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Etymology

Origin of prospectus

1770–80; < Latin prōspectus outlook, view, equivalent to prōspec-, stem of prōspicere ( prō- pro- ¹ + -spicere, combining form of specere to look) + -tus suffix of v. action

Example Sentences

In its prospectus, the company said it has experienced more than 50 years of consecutive annual sales growth, culminating in sales north of $20 billion every year since 2021.

From MarketWatch

Oklo spelled out the risk in a prospectus filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission, cautioning that buyers “may experience immediate and substantial dilution in the net tangible book value.”

From Barron's

For instance, the prospectus of a target-date mutual fund must report all the fees of all its underlying funds.

From The Wall Street Journal

Barron’s read all 93 prospectuses for Nasdaq’s sub-$15 million offerings.

From Barron's

This information, which might steer investors away from the market’s riskiest assets, is available in the prospectuses companies file with the SEC.

From Barron's

Related Words

• catalogue
• syllabus