Definition for : Public offering

A public Offering takes place when the Security (Share, Bond) is traded in the regulated Market or when there is a public retail issue or sale accompanied by an advertising campaign, by prospecting funds providers, such as Institutional investors or credit institutions. Public Offerings must be authorised by Market authorities.

(See Chapter 43 Corporate governance of the Vernimmen)

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