What Is a Seasoned Equity Offering

Multiple Choice

What is a seasoned equity offering?

A) an offering of shares by shareholders for repurchase by the issuer
B) shares of stock that have been recommended for purchase by the SEC
C) equity securities held by a firm's founder that are being offered for sale to the general public
D) sale of newly issued equity shares by a firm that is currently publicly owned
E) a set number of equity shares that are issued and offered to the public annually