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A pause in the trading of a particular security on one or more exchanges, usually in anticipation of a news announcement or to correct an order imbalance. During a trading halt, open orders may be canceled and options may be exercised. A trading halt gives all investors equal opportunity to evaluate news and make buy, sell, or hold decisions on that basis. A trading halt may also be imposed for purely regulatory reasons.
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The
stock exchange can halt a stock at anytime if they feel suspicious
things are occurring in regards to the stock price. The stock typically
doesn't start trading until the company releases information on their
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