CUSIP Number

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Definition of 'CUSIP Number'

An identification number assigned to all stocks and registered bonds. The Committee on Uniform Securities Identification Procedures (CUSIP) oversees the entire CUSIP system.
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Investopedia explains 'CUSIP Number'

This system is used in the U.S. and Canada. Foreign securities have a similar number called the "CINS number".

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