SIE practice questionmediumMargin Requirements – Maintenance Margin
In a margin account, what is the minimum maintenance margin requirement for equity securities according to FINRA?
- A25% of the market value✓ Correct answer
- B50% of the market value
- C10% of the market value
- D100% of the market value
Explanation
Why A — 25% of the market value
FINRA requires a maintenance margin of 25% for equity securities. 50% is for initial margin under Reg T; 10% and 100% are incorrect.
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