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Listed Security

Securities that have been accepted for trading purposes by a recognized and regulated exchange.

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Listed securities have the advantage of higher liquidity within a regulated environment. In addition, investors are able to find accurate information on all listed companies.

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See also: Delisting, Exchange, Securities &amp Exchange Commission - SEC, Security, Upstairs Trade

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listed security

A security traded on any of the national or regional securities exchanges. Listed securities are generally more liquid than securities that trade only in the over-the-counter market. Compare unlisted security. Also called exchange-traded security.

Wall Street Words: An A to Z Guide to Investment Terms by David L. Scott.
Copyright © 2003. Published by Houghton Mifflin.
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