Repurchasing
/rɪˈpɜːrtʃəsɪŋ/
Definitions
- (v. ger.) The act of buying back securities, property, or goods previously sold, typically by a company to reduce outstanding shares or reacquire assets.
The corporation is repurchasing its own shares to increase shareholder value.
Forms
- repurchase
- repurchased
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Commentary
In legal drafting, distinguish repurchasing from initial purchase or acquisition; clarity is essential about the context, such as securities or asset reacquisition.
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