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watch list

–noun
a list of persons or things to watch for possible action in the future: a watch list of possible growth stocks.
Also, watchlist.


Origin:
1970–75
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watch list

A roster of securities that are under scrutiny for a special reason. For example, a watch list may be established for stock that has exhibited an unusual trading volume or for debt securities that have reduced quality ratings.

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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