### Question
What is the definition of associated person of a securities holding company?


### Answer
The definition of **associated person of a securities holding company** is as follows in *12 U.S.C. § 1850a*:

> a person directly or indirectly controlling, controlled by, or under common control with, a securities holding company

#### Citation:
  - *12 U.S.C. § 1850a*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 17-BANK HOLDING COMPANIES**

