Term: Y (Nasdaq Suffix)
Type: Stock ticker symbol indicator
Used in: Nasdaq trading
Indicates: American Depositary Receipt (ADR)
Definition
On the Nasdaq stock exchange, a ticker symbol followed by the letter “Y” as its fifth character indicates that the stock is an American Depositary Receipt (ADR).
ADRs allow U.S. investors to invest in foreign companies without buying shares on international exchanges. These receipts represent shares in a non-U.S. company and trade on U.S. markets in U.S. dollars.
The “Y” suffix helps identify stocks that are not domestic corporations, but rather foreign companies listing shares through an ADR structure.
Key Features
- Fifth letter “Y” in a Nasdaq ticker
- Flags ADRs (American Depositary Receipts)
- Represents shares of non-U.S. companies
- Traded in U.S. markets and U.S. dollars
- Allows access to global investments via U.S. brokers
Common Use Cases
- Identifying foreign companies listed on Nasdaq
- Understanding ticker suffix meanings
- Researching ADR tax treatment or dividends
- Comparing ADRs to direct international shares
Benefits or Advantages
- Easier for U.S. investors to buy foreign stocks
- Reduces foreign exchange and international brokerage barriers
- Traded during U.S. market hours
- Regulated by U.S. securities laws
Examples or Notable Applications
– NIO Inc. (Chinese EV maker) trades as an ADR on NYSE
– A Nasdaq stock like “XYZ.Y” would indicate an ADR
– ADRs can represent one or multiple shares of foreign stock
– ADR holders may receive dividends in U.S. dollars
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This post is for informational purposes only and does not constitute investment advice.