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Speculative stock

Speculative Stock

A stock in a new, small, or otherwise obscure company with a high likelihood of failure but a small possibility of experiencing an extraordinary return. Many IPOs, especially in small companies, are considered speculative stocks. By definition, speculative stocks carry a great deal of risk. See also: Penny Stock.

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We are a highly speculative security because we are so young and the sales of our lead products in America have barely started, relative to our potential.

Winning Brands Attains 'Current Information' Tier on Pink Sheets

This is a speculative security and as such, involves a high degree of risk.

Carter Validus Mission Critical REIT Acquires $28.9 Million Data Center

The update reiterated the opinion of the initial research issued in February 1999, recommending Iomega as a strong buy (1) long term, strong buy (1) short term, for accounts capable of assuming the risks associated with a lower price speculative security.