On September 9, 2002, the landmark merger between Ameritrade and Datek
was completed, creating one of the premier online brokerage firms in the
nation. Our combined company will serve you under the Ameritrade® name.
Our goal is to combine the best of both Ameritrade and Datek, to create
something even better for you.
First, a commitment to you.
Our relationship with you is the
foundation upon which Ameritrade is built, and we appreciate your loyalty
and trust. Right now, we have the unique opportunity to create a company
that's even better than before. As we move forward, we will continue to
honor your trust by striving to deliver the responsive, personal service
you deserve… our commitment to seek best execution of your trades… great
financial value… and our best tools and information to help you succeed.
You are the reason we are here.
There's nothing you need to do.
You can continue to trade
just as you do today, with no change to the Ameritrade Web site, login, or
trading process. We've planned carefully to make the transition as easy
and convenient as possible for you as we combine the best of our two
companies.
Here's what you can expect.
The best of Ameritrade will
continue, including:
- Great Client Services
- Our continued commitment to seek best execution of your trades.
- Low-Commissions
Plus, beginning in October – you'll
have FREE* access to Datek Streamer® Real-Time Quotes.
We'll be in touch soon with more good news.
Watch for special
communications about the new benefits and services that will soon be
available to you. We know you'll like what you see. Plus, we are committed
to continuing the great value offered by both Ameritrade and Datek, and
are working now to provide you with a single, low-cost commission
schedule. You will receive more information in the coming weeks, through
e-mail and updates on ameritrade.com.
Everything we do will be designed to meet your needs.
Many of
you have been participating in our Client Advisory Group, and we
appreciate the helpful feedback and great ideas you've given us. Thanks to
all of you. We'll be reporting on what we've learned, and implementing
many of these requests in the months ahead.
We're looking forward to bringing you our best… 24 hours a
day.
You'll get our best tools and information, as well as, our
commitment to seek best execution of your trades. Enjoy the latest
technologies, premier service, value, system reliability. And a smooth
transition along the way.
We're committed to making our combined company the best choice for
active traders. Welcome to the best of Ameritrade and Datek.
Sincerely,
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Sincerely,
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J. Peter Ricketts President, Private Client
Division Ameritrade, Inc. |
John J. Mullin President Datek Online
Financial Services LLC |