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Custodian
A person or entity that holds and safeguards assets on behalf of another entity.
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A custodian is a person or entity that holds and manages financial assets on behalf of another person or entity. Custodians are typically responsible for the safekeeping of these assets, as well as the execution of trades and the settlement of transactions.
Example
If you open a youth account for your child, you or another adult would be added as a custodian on the account to oversee and assist with its safe management.
Related Terms
APY
APY, or annual percentage yield, is the rate of dividends earned on a credit union account over a year, taking into account the effect of compounding.
Education Savings Account (ESA)
A type of investment account designed to help families save for the future education expenses of a designated beneficiary.
Interest Rate
A percentage of a loan or deposit balance that is charged by a lender or financial institution for the use of its money.