Flotation refers to the process of launching a public company for the first time by inviting the public to subscribe for its shares. This process is also known as 'going public'.
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Shares outstanding, also known as outstanding shares, refer to a company's issued share capital less any shares that have been repurchased by the company. This includes shares not available to the general public, such as those held by company officers or reserved under employee share incentive schemes.
