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Insider Trading

Trading by company executives, directors, or large shareholders — disclosed publicly within days.

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Legal insider trading (disclosed) is closely watched: insiders selling can be neutral (diversification, taxes) or bearish (loss of confidence). Insider buying is more meaningful — they have only one reason to buy (expecting price gains). Illegal insider trading on material non-public info carries criminal penalties.

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What is Insider Trading?

Trading by company executives, directors, or large shareholders — disclosed publicly within days. Legal insider trading (disclosed) is closely watched: insiders selling can be neutral (diversification, taxes) or bearish (loss of confidence). Insider buying is more meaningful — they have only one reason to buy (expecting price gains). Illegal insider trading on material non-public info carries criminal penalties.

Why does Insider Trading matter for investors?

In regulation, Insider Trading is one of the building blocks investors use to compare opportunities and assess risk. Understanding it helps you read research notes, earnings reports, and market commentary without getting lost in jargon.

How is Insider Trading used in practice?

Legal insider trading (disclosed) is closely watched: insiders selling can be neutral (diversification, taxes) or bearish (loss of confidence). Insider buying is more meaningful — they have only one reason to buy (expecting price gains).

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