Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

issue-price

Noun

ˈɪʃuˌpraɪs

Definition

The price at which a new security is offered to investors.

Examples

The issue price of the shares was set at $20 each.
Investors received shares at the issue price before they began trading publicly.
The issue price can influence how quickly the stock gains or loses value once it hits the market.

Meaning

Issue price refers to the initial price set for a new stock or bond when it is issued to the public or to investors. This price is determined during the underwriting process and can affect the perceived value of the security in the market.