registered security

Definitions of registered security
  1. noun
    a security whose owner's name is recorded on the books of the issuer (or issuer's agent)
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    types:
    registered bond
    a bond whose owner is recorded on the books of the issuer; can be transferred to another owner only when endorsed by the registered owner
    type of:
    certificate, security
    a formal declaration that documents a fact of relevance to finance and investment; the holder has a right to receive interest or dividends
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