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What Does Float In Stocks Mean

Float is the number of shares of a particular stock that are available to the public for purchase. Float is also known as “free float” because it is the number of shares that are not owned by the company or insiders.  The float is important because it affects the price of a stock. The more […]

What Is A Stocks Float

In business, a company’s stock float is the total number of shares that are available for trading on the open market. This includes both issued and outstanding shares, as well as shares that are held by company insiders and restricted from being traded. The stock float is an important measure for investors, because it helps […]