secondary distribution
economics
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Secondary distribution refers to the sale of a large block of already outstanding stock through dealers, rather than on an exchange floor. This process is part of a broader marketing concept involving distribution channels, where producers use intermediaries like wholesalers and retailers to get products to the final consumer. These intermediaries perform various functions, including promotion, negotiation, financing, and physical possession, to facilitate the flow of goods.123
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