preferred stock

NOUN

stock which takes dividend before others

Synonyms

WEAK

convertible preferred stock cumulative convertible preferred stock cumulative preferred stock participating preferred stock preference stock

Example Sentences

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Our preferred strategy remains selling put options on blue-chip stocks during declines, which allows investors to buy quality stocks at lower prices.

From Barron's • Nov. 12, 2025

They could spurn both and opt for less expensive starting pitchers, which has been their preferred strategy for years.

From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 28, 2023

The Netherlands have only won two of their 22 50-over World Cup matches and captain Scott Edwards may have to rethink their preferred strategy of chasing.

From BBC • Oct. 9, 2023

But no matter your preferred strategy, there are a variety of ways in, which are familiar to many investors.

From New York Times • Mar. 24, 2022

Since white always moves first, having that color can provide a player with a distinct advantage in that he can make immediate headway on a preferred strategy.

From "Endgame" by Frank Brady