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What is the S&P floating rate preferred stock index?

The S&P U.S. Floating Rate Preferred Stock Index comprises preferred stocks that pay dividends at a floating rate. A floating rate preferred stock pays a dividend rate that floats at a spread to a specified benchmark rate (Libor, Fed Funds or T-Bill rate). These securities may also include a rate floor or ceiling.

Are preferred stocks tax deductible?

Preferred stocks are like bonds, and both make consistent payments. Also like bonds, preferred stocks can pay a fixed dividend, but may also pay a floating rate that depends on some benchmark interest rate. Unlike debt, payments on preferred stock are not tax-deductible.

What is preferred stock?

Preferred stock is a type of stock that has characteristics of both stocks and bonds. Like bonds, preferred shares make cash payouts, often at a higher yield than bonds, while offering higher dividend returns and less risk than common stock.

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