Resources: EPP Glossary
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Note: Most Glossary terms have been defined with regard to relevance to Equity Private Placements. Definitions are provided solely to facilitate the use of PrivateRaise.com (confer with your legal counsel for additional info).
Glossary - S
- Secondary Offering
In contrast to a Primary Offering where the seller of securities is the Issuer, in a Secondary Offering the seller is any entity other than the Issuer. In a Secondary Offering, the Issuer that originally issued the securities does not receive any proceeds.
- Securities Act of 1933
An act of Congress which governs the issuance of New Issues of securities. It requires the registration of securities, disclosure of pertinent information relating to new issues so that investors may make informed decisions. The oversight of this function is the responsibility of the Securities and Exchange Commission ("SEC").
- Securities and Exchange Commission ("SEC")
The Securities and Exchange Commission is the federal agency created to administer various acts that constitute the federal securities laws.
Glossary - T
- Term Sheet
A summary of the key financial terms and conditions to be included in an agreement about a proposed Equity Private Placement. Such details would typically include, amount of investment/financing, interest or dividend payments, value per share, agents, fees, conditions, closing dates, etc.
- Treasury Stock
Common shares that have been repurchased by the Issuer. These common shares are included in the count of the number of shares issued but they are not counted as shares outstanding. They may eventually be retired or they may be reissued by the company.
Glossary - U
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