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I think I can explain that part - the stock is held (in most cases) in the name of the brokerage which is referred to as the "street name": http://www.sec.gov/answers/street.htm
Street Name
"When you buy securities through a brokerage firm, most firms will automatically put your securities into "street name." This means your brokerage firm will hold your securities in its name or another nominee and not in your name, but your firm will keep records showing you as the real or "beneficial owner." You will not get a certificate, but will receive an account statement from your broker on at least a quarterly and annual basis showing your holdings."