Treasury Stock
Definition
Shares that a company has previously issued and then repurchased and holds in its own treasury, reducing the number of outstanding shares in circulation.
Example
Treasury stock can be reissued later or used for employee compensation plans and reduces dilution.
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Frequently Asked Question
What is Treasury Stock?
Treasury stock consists of shares a company has repurchased from the open market and holds in its treasury. These shares reduce outstanding shares and can be reissued or retired.
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· Source: VixShield Trading Glossary — From SPX Mastery by Russell Clark
⚠️ Not financial advice. This definition is educational content from the SPX Mastery book series by Russell Clark (VixShield). Past performance is not indicative of future results. Trading options involves substantial risk of loss and is not appropriate for all investors. Always paper trade before risking real capital.