MarilynG1
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Some brokerages do a much better job than others in reporting this type of (breakdown) information to their customers.  Since it's not a requirement under law, some financial institutions take the trouble to help and put in the extra work, and others do not.

 

Here's more info on Form 1099-Div and details about US Govt. Interest on 1099-Div to help you.  

 

If your investment makes a reportable capital gain distribution to you, it will be reported in box 2a. 

 

The negative amounts in Accrued Interest Paid represent amounts the bondholder received, but that you only received a portion of.  You should receive a 1099-Int when you need to report interest paid to you. 

 

 

 

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