DELISTING

Removal of a security in a list from the exchange on which it trades. Stock is removed from an exchange because the company whether voluntarily or involuntarily is not in compliance with the listing requirements of the exchange. The reasons for delisting include violating regulations and/or failing to meet financial specifications set out by the stock exchange. Companies that are delisted are not necessarily bankrupt, and may continue trading over the counter. In order for a stock to be traded on an exchange, the company that issues the stock must meet the listing requirements set out by the exchange.