释义 |
Market out clause Market out clauseA clause that may appear in an underwriting firm commitment that releases it from its purchase requirement if there are negative securities market developments.Market Out ClauseA clause in some underwriting agreements abolishing the agreement under certain, defined circumstances. For example, if the economy suddenly enters a severe recession or the stock market falls 25%, it is unlikely that investors will be interested in a risky IPO. The market-out clause could then absolve the underwriting syndicate of its responsibility without penalty. |