How do I look up a ticker symbol?

You can quickly find a ticker symbol using the Quick Quote box, or perform a more detailed search in the Quotes window.

To look up a ticker symbol:

  1. Type a full or partial company name in the Quick Quote box in the left frame, then click Go. The Quotes window appears, displaying a list ofcompany names and ticker symbols that match your search criteria.

  2. Click a symbol to view a quote and other information.

OR

  1. On the Edit Charts or Edit My Watchlist page, or in the Quotes window, click the Find Symbol link.

  2. Select the security type: Stock, Fund, Index, or All.

  3. Select either "Start with" or "Contain" to indicate whether the text you want to search for begins the company name or is contained within the name.

  4. Type a full or partial security name. To narrow your search, enter information that is as specific and complete as possible. 

    Note: Do not enter punctuation.

  5. Click Search. The results appear with company names and ticker symbols that match your search criteria.

  6. Click a symbol to view a quote and other information.
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