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insider information

 

Definitions from WordNet

Noun insider information has 1 sense
  1. insider information - important information about the plans or condition of a corporation that has not been released to the public; use for personal profit is illegal
    --1 is a kind of
    information, info

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Insider Information


Description:

Insider information refers to specific knowledge or data that is not available to the general public but is known only by a select few individuals who hold privileged positions or have access to confidential sources. This information often holds significant value and can have a substantial impact on financial markets, decision-making processes, or strategic planning.

Senses and Usages:

1. Legal Sense:

In a legal context, insider information pertains to confidential information about a company's financial status, business plans, mergers, acquisitions, or any other material non-public data, which, if disclosed, could potentially influence investment decisions.

Sample Sentence: The CEO was convicted of insider trading for trading stocks based on privileged insider information.

2. Gossip or Rumor Sense:

In a more informal context, insider information can refer to insider gossip or rumors about events, celebrities, or any anecdotes that are not yet known to the general public.

Sample Sentence: The tabloid magazine claimed to have insider information about the secret wedding of two famous actors.

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