May be associated with the presence of sodium in drinking water when present in high concentrations. Often from saltwater intrusion, mineral dissolution, industrial and domestic waste. Deteriorates plumbing, water heaters, and municipal water-works equipment at high levels.
Cost basis is the original price paid for shares of a security plus or minus certain adjustments required by applicable tax rules such as adjustments with respect to reinvested distributions and sales charges.
Cost basis is the portion of an account that represents the shareholderâs investment in the fund. The original cost basis of shares is determined by the amount you pay for them, including shares acquired through the reinvestment of dividends. When you sell shares in a taxable account, the cost basis of your shares is used to determine the gain or loss (if any) with respect to those shares.