Custodian

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Definition of 'Custodian'

A financial institution that holds customers' securities for safekeeping so as to minimize the risk of their theft or loss. A custodian holds securities and other assets in electronic or physical form. Since they are responsible for the safety of assets and securities that  may be worth hundreds of millions or even billions of dollars, custodians generally tend to be large and reputable firms.
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Investopedia explains 'Custodian'

In addition to holding securities for safekeeping, most custodians also offer a variety of other services including account administration, transaction settlements, collection of dividends and interest payments, tax support and foreign exchange. The fees charged by custodians vary, depending on the services desired by the client. Many firms charge custody fees payable quarterly that are based on the aggregate value of the holdings.

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