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Definition of 'Pathfinder Prospectus'

A pre-prospectus statement of financial condition that is sent to a limited group of potential underwriters and institutional investors prior to a securities or IPO filing. The goal of a pathfinder prospectus is to create demand and eventually set the price for the offering, as well as to clear up any inconsistencies in the company's published financial statements.
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The pathfinder prospectus will contain almost all of the same information as an IPO prospectus except for the price of the shares, which will be set once underwriters get a feel for the overall demand. If demand is high enough, the underwriter syndicate will most often use its over-allotment right to issue extra shares, providing added profit to the investment banks and more financing to the company.

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