Transfer of Securities
/ˈtrænsfər əv səˈkjʊrɪtiz/
Definitions
- (n.) The legal process by which ownership of securities is passed from one party to another.
The transfer of securities must be recorded to update the shareholder register.
- (n.) A transaction involving the sale, assignment, or conveyance of stocks, bonds, or other financial instruments.
The transfer of securities occurred following the settlement date agreed upon by both parties.
Forms
- transfer of securities
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Commentary
This term typically appears in corporate and financial law contexts concerning ownership changes and registry updates of tradable financial instruments.
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