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Re: backtoreality post# 944

Wednesday, 08/27/2025 10:42:08 PM

Wednesday, August 27, 2025 10:42:08 PM

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Insiders are selling if the company is buying under rule 10b5-1.

"AI Overview
The statement describes two key securities regulations designed to provide clarity and protection during stock transactions, especially by corporate insiders and companies. Rule 10b5-1 trading plans allow corporate insiders to buy or sell company stock at predetermined times or prices, creating a defense against insider trading accusations by providing a record of pre-planned actions. Rule 10b-18 is a "safe harbor" rule that provides guidelines for when and how companies can repurchase their own stock without being accused of manipulating the market.
Rule 10b5-1 Trading Plans
Purpose:
To prevent misuse of material non-public information (MNPI) by insiders.
How it Works:
An insider creates a written contract (the plan) with a brokerage firm to buy or sell a specified amount of stock at a particular price or date.
Affirmative Defense:
This plan acts as a defense against claims of insider trading, as the trades were pre-scheduled and not made while in possession of MNPI at the time of the trade.
Key Features (Recent Amendments):
Cooling-Off Period: A waiting period is required after the plan is adopted before trades can be made, allowing the initial trading activity to occur when the insider is not aware of new MNPI.
Certifications: Insiders must certify they are not aware of MNPI and are adopting the plan in good faith.
Limitations on Multiple Plans: Restrictions are in place to prevent the creation of multiple overlapping plans.
Rule 10b-18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934
Purpose:
To provide a safe harbor for companies that are repurchasing their own stock (share buybacks).
How it Works:
It outlines conditions that a company must meet to avoid being accused of market manipulation when they buy their own shares.
Key Requirements (Examples):
Purchases from a Single Broker: A company must generally use a single broker for its repurchases in a given day.
Price and Timing: There are restrictions on the price at which shares can be bought and the timing of those purchases during the trading day.
Percentage of Volume: Companies are limited on the percentage of average daily trading volume they can purchase.
Disclosure: Companies must disclose information about their share repurchase programs in their quarterly and annual filings.
In summary: The phrase indicates that certain stock transactions are structured to comply with the legal requirements of both a pre-arranged, documented trading plan for insiders (10b5-1) and a set of rules designed to prevent market manipulation for share repurchases (10b-18)"
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Total Trades:
  • 1D
  • 1M
  • 3M
  • 6M
  • 1Y
  • 5Y
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