Underwriting Period
/ˈʌndərˌraɪtɪŋ ˈpɪriəd/
Definitions
- (n.) The time frame during which the underwriting process of a securities offering or insurance policy occurs, involving evaluation and acceptance of risk by the underwriter.
The underwriting period lasted four weeks, during which the underwriters assessed all the applications.
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- underwriting period
- underwriting periods
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Commentary
Typically used in securities law and insurance law contexts to denote the interval of risk assessment and acceptance; clarity about start and end dates is critical in drafting to avoid disputes.
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