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A system of letters used to uniquely identify a security. For Fixed Income, see Security Number.
The option symbol consists of the Root Symbol and the corresponding Strike Codes. To view a single option quote you must know the Root Symbol and the Strike Codes, which are joined together with an underscore character.
Root Symbol-For listed stock, the option symbols are the same as for the underlying stock. Symbols for options on qualified over-the-counter securities vary according to the market data vendor.
Strike Codes-After the Root Symbol is determined, it must be joined with the appropriate Strike Codes. The Strike Code consists of two letters, the first letter designates the expiration month and the second letter indicates the strike price.
Note: Options involve risk and are not suitable for all investors. Clients should understand thoroughly the risks and opportunities associated with trading options and should read the document entitled Characteristics and Risks of Standardized Options before engaging in any options transactions.
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Use to find a symbol by entering a company name and selecting "Symbol Look-up".
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Fund invests principally in zero-coupon U.S. Treasury securities or in coupon-bearing U.S. government securities targeted to mature in a specific year.
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Contract may be tied to another contract held by same owner and taxes combined on the aggregate of the two (or more) contracts.
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A short-term debt obligation issued by the U.S. Treasury to meet short-term financial needs, and which will be repaid upon maturity with tax receipts.
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A short-term debt obligation issued by a state or municipal government to meet short-term financial needs, and which will be repaid upon maturity with tax receipts.
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Indicates the presumed tax status for dividend and/or interest payments with respect to a given security. Clients should refer to a more complete security description and discuss whether dividends and/or interest is taxable with a qualified tax advisor.
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The amount of money an investor must earn from a taxable investment to get the same amount of money he or she would have earned on a tax-free investment.
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