short covering

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short covering

The buying of securities, stocks, or commodities in order to close out a short sale.

short covering

1. (Economics, Accounting & Finance / Stock Exchange) the purchase of securities or commodities by a short seller to meet delivery requirements

2. (Economics, Accounting & Finance / Stock Exchange) the securities or commodities purchased

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short covering - the purchase of securities or commodities by a short seller to close out a short sale

trading - buying or selling securities or commodities

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