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Quiet Period
Term category: Stocks
In 10 words or less: A period of time following an IPO that prohibits companies from talking about their stock.

Definition: A quiet period is instituted on all new IPO's that prohibit companies from talking about their stock.

StockJargon Advice: The quiet period is meant to ensure that companies don't manipulate their stock prices.  This quiet period typically lasts 90 days from the date of the IPO.

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