equity security

noun

1. a security, especially a common stock, representing an ownership rather than a debt claim.

Word History and Origins

Origin of equity security¹

First recorded in 1925–30

Example Sentences

"Big picture, DR programs do carry slightly more risk than a regular equity security because of that additional layer between the companies and investors," he said.

From Reuters

"That very well could mean continued muddled economic policies, since he is clearly balancing growth with equity, security, and climate goals, and greater tensions with the West along a number of fronts," he said.

From Reuters

It would also apply to those who hold a short position of at least $500,000 in an equity security of a nonreporting issuer.

From Reuters

Hall said ID.me is “deeply committed to access, equity, security and privacy” and has worked “to advance a consumer-centric model of identity verification where individuals — not data brokers or credit bureaus — get to decide how their data is shared.”

From Washington Post

They hold society back from tackling its most pressing threats to equity, security, and even survival.

From Salon