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Definition of 'Issue'

1. The process of offering securities as an attempt to raise funds. Companies may issue bonds or shares to investors as a method of financing the business.

2. A series of stocks or bonds that have been offered to the public. A bond or stock issue relates to the set of instruments that were released under one offering.
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Investopedia explains 'Issue'

1. The issuance of securities can take many forms. Companies may have a new issue, where securities are released for the first time, or a seasoned issue, where an established firm offers additional shares.

2. For example, let's say a company sells a group of 10-year bonds to the public. That set of bonds will be referred to as a single issue

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