WAEC Commerce 2003 Question 33

Question 33

Stock Exchange

Selling of new shares to current shareholders at prices below the market value of the existing shares is

  1. A.bonus issue
  2. B.rights issue
  3. C.private placing
  4. D.offer for sale
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: B (rights issue)

Explanation

A rights issue offers new shares to existing shareholders, usually below market price.