First Dibs: Market Trends 2021/22: Block Trades

Also known as “bought deals,” block trades are securities offerings in which the underwriters, after going through a bidding process, have agreed to buy a “block” of the securities to be offered before any marketing has been done. Read this practice note to learn about notable recent transactions, the structure and process of a block trade, relevant deal terms, and to get a market outlook for the near future.

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