An overview of Alternative Trading Systems (ATS), platforms that allow trading securities outside of traditional exchanges, under regulatory oversight.
A cooling-off period is an interval designated by regulation or agreement, during which specific actions, such as the launching of securities to the public or striking by a union, are prohibited to provide time for due consideration and resolution.
Insider trading refers to the practice of trading a public company's stocks or other securities based on material, non-public information about the company. This can provide insiders with an unfair advantage and is illegal.
A Proxy Statement is a document required by the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) to be provided to shareholders before they vote by proxy on company matters. It includes information on proposed members of the board of directors, inside directors' salaries, and pertinent information regarding their bonus and option plans.
A registered security is a financial instrument whose ownership is documented with the issuer or the issuer's agent. This contrasts with bearer securities where physical possession implies ownership.
