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Block Trade
Definition of Block Trade
A block trade is a substantially large buy or sell order for a stock, commodity, or other security. Block trades are typically done by institutional investors like hedge funds, mutual funds, and others to mask the true size of the transaction.
Shares change hands between companies after the price of the security is privately negotiated. Most block trades are routed through investment banks and executed outside the conventional market.
Shares change hands between companies after the price of the security is privately negotiated. Most block trades are routed through investment banks and executed outside the conventional market.
Related Terms
Flipping
Flipping is the act of buying and selling an asset quickly to make a profit. The term is commonly used in real estate where an investor buys a property and sells it within a short span of time, say days or weeks, to make a quick buck.
The real estate investor may flip the property after making small improvements to it, thereby increasing the chance of making potentially lucrative returns. Flipping is also a term used to describe an investor’s actions during an IPO.
For example, let’s assume Mr. Apple invests in the IPO of Juice & Co. and intends to sell the shares days or weeks after the company’s stock is available on the secondary market.
The stock soars on the first day of listing, right at the opening bell, and Mr. Apple sells. In such a case, Mr. Apple will have earned potential profits by flipping IPO shares.
The real estate investor may flip the property after making small improvements to it, thereby increasing the chance of making potentially lucrative returns. Flipping is also a term used to describe an investor’s actions during an IPO.
For example, let’s assume Mr. Apple invests in the IPO of Juice & Co. and intends to sell the shares days or weeks after the company’s stock is available on the secondary market.
The stock soars on the first day of listing, right at the opening bell, and Mr. Apple sells. In such a case, Mr. Apple will have earned potential profits by flipping IPO shares.
Off-Board Trading
Off-Board Trading refers to the buying or selling of securities outside a recognized stock exchange. These transactions are usually conducted directly between parties or through private arrangements and are not recorded on the exchange’s trading platform, making them less transparent and less regulated than on-exchange trades.
Depository Participant
A depository participant is a financial institution that acts as a bridge between a depositories like NSDL/CDSL and investors. Moreover, a depository participant is responsible for holding shares in the Dematerialized format in a Demat account.
At the same time, a depository participant gives traders and investors access to an online trading account that can be used to buy and sell securities. The right depository participant will also ensure that your securities are safe.
At the same time, a depository participant gives traders and investors access to an online trading account that can be used to buy and sell securities. The right depository participant will also ensure that your securities are safe.
Convertible Debentures
A convertible debenture is a long term debt instrument that can be converted into equity on maturity. Convertible debentures are generally unsecured loans that small to mid-size companies take on in exchange for an interest rate.
Technical Indicator
A technical indicator is a tool that uses mathematical calculations based on price, volume, or open interest data to analyse market trends and price behaviour. It helps traders identify potential entry and exit points, momentum shifts, and trend strength. Common indicators include moving averages, RSI, MACD, and Bollinger Bands.
Dividend Stripping
Dividend stripping is a strategy of buying a company’s stock days before it announces a dividend and then selling the same stock at a lower price once the current holder is entitled to get the dividend previously announced.
The resulting loss in capital gains is generally offset by the profits from dividends. Dividend stripping was once non-taxable, which made the strategy lucrative for smart investors. However, dividends in India are now subject to tax.
The resulting loss in capital gains is generally offset by the profits from dividends. Dividend stripping was once non-taxable, which made the strategy lucrative for smart investors. However, dividends in India are now subject to tax.
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