Non-tradable shares (NTS) Definition:
"In China, about two-thirds of the shares of listed companies are non-tradable. The policy makers invented "non-tradable shares" in the early 1990s to prevent the so-called loss of state assets. Because they are not in circulation, these non-tradable shares have no real market values, or at least it is difficult to measure their market values. The spilt structure of the stock market has caused many problems, and the government is trying hard to find a proper way for the non-tradable shares to enter the market. But it is a tough job, as it is difficult to balance the interests of all sides concerned." (from Caijing magazine)