Registered Securities
/ˈrɛdʒɪstərd sɪˈkjʊərɪtiz/
Definitions
- (n.) Securities, such as stocks or bonds, issued under a system that records the owner’s name on the issuer's books for transfer and dividend purposes.
Investors often prefer registered securities due to the clear record of ownership and reduced risk of theft.
Forms
- registered securities
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Commentary
Registered securities differ from bearer securities in ownership record-keeping, enhancing security and regulatory compliance.
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