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Definition of 'Outperform'

An analyst recommendation meaning a stock is expected to do slightly better than the market return.

Also known as "market outperform", "moderate buy", or "accumulate".
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Investopedia explains 'Outperform'

Exact definitions vary by brokerage, but in general this rating is better than neutral and worse than buy or strong buy.

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