Rule 10b-18
Definition of 'Rule 10b-18'An SEC rule that provides a "safe harbor" for companies and their affiliated purchasers when the company or affiliates repurchase the company's shares of common stock (i.e., they will not be deemed to have violated anti-fraud provisions of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934). The repurchases must fall within the four conditions of the rule. These cover the manner of purchase, the time of the repurchases, the prices paid and the volume of shares repurchased. |
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Investopedia explains 'Rule 10b-18'The rule breaks down as follows:
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