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Overallotment Option

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overallotment option
See greenshoe.

Overallotment Option
A provision in some underwriting contracts allowing underwriters to buy more shares in a new issue at the original offer price. Some companies set aside a certain number of shares for the overallotment option, while others require secondary trades to fill the option should it be exercised. Most companies put a time limit on when the overallotment option may be exercised. It is also known as a greenshoe.


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