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Definition of 'Series 55'

A securities license entitling the holder to actively participate in equity trading.
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Investopedia explains 'Series 55'

The Series 55 exam is administered by the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA) and covers topics such as over-the-counter and New York Stock Exchange trading practices, rules and regulations, and electronic trading systems.

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