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Free Float Calculator
Calculate free float shares and percentage to assess stock liquidity and trading availability
Share Information
Total shares issued by the company
Non-transferable employee shares
Shares held by insiders and long-term shareholders
Understanding Free Float
What is Free Float?
Free float refers to the shares of a company that are available for trading by the general public. These are shares that are not restricted or closely held by insiders, making them highly liquid and accessible to investors.
Why is Free Float Important?
- •Indicates stock liquidity and ease of trading
- •Affects price volatility and market impact
- •Influences institutional investment decisions
- •Determines index inclusion eligibility
Free Float Formula
Free Float = Outstanding Shares - Restricted Shares - Closely-Held Shares
Free Float % = (Free Float / Outstanding Shares) × 100
Outstanding Shares: Total shares issued by the company
Restricted Shares: Non-transferable shares issued to employees
Closely-Held Shares: Shares held by insiders and long-term investors
Note: Higher free float percentage indicates better liquidity and easier trading
Liquidity Guidelines
80%+ Free FloatVery High Liquidity
60-80% Free FloatHigh Liquidity
40-60% Free FloatModerate Liquidity
20-40% Free FloatLow Liquidity
< 20% Free FloatVery Low Liquidity
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