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equity security

American  

noun

  1. a security, especially a common stock, representing an ownership rather than a debt claim.


Etymology

Origin of equity security

First recorded in 1925–30

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"Big picture, DR programs do carry slightly more risk than a regular equity security because of that additional layer between the companies and investors," he said.

From Reuters Aug. 14, 2023

It would also apply to those who hold a short position of at least $500,000 in an equity security of a nonreporting issuer.

From Reuters Feb. 25, 2022

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