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What Is a Treasury Stock?

By Rachel WarrenUpdated Apr 4, 2025 at 10:42 PM

Key Points

  • Treasury stock reduces outstanding shares and does not offer voting or dividend rights.
  • Companies can use treasury stock for employee plans or to boost stock price metrics.
  • Investors should evaluate financial health before investing in firms doing buybacks.

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