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split
An increase in the number of outstanding shares of a company's stock, such that proportionate equity of each shareholder remains the same. The market price per share drops proportionately. Usually done to make a stock with a very high per-share price more accessible to small investors. Requires approval from the board of directors and shareholders. also called stock split. see also reverse split.
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