™A leveraged account must retain required equity relative to its positions. Broker requirements can change and exceed regulatory minimums.
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Maintenance margin
The minimum equity a margin account must maintain under applicable rules and broker requirements.
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A broker can impose or increase house requirements and liquidate without waiting for your preferred price.
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