Net capital is equal to the net worth of the broker dealer, less certain items such as exchange memberships, carrying value of securities not readily marketable, haircuts on marketable securities in proprietary accounts, furniture and equipment and other illiquid assets as defined. Excess net capital is the amount by which the Company's Total Capital exceeds the minimum required for capital adequacy purposes.

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