Freeriding

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Definition of 'Freeriding'

1. An illegal practice in which an underwriting syndicate member withholds part of a new securities issue and later sells it at a higher price.

2. The illegal activity of buying a stock and selling it before paying for the purchase.
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Investopedia explains 'Freeriding'

Due to the unfair advantage both of these practices give to those able to exploit freeriding opportunities, freeriding is illegal and prohibited by the Securities & Exchange Commission and the National Association of Securities Dealers.

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