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Why trade shares?

When you trade shares online with CommSec, it’s a quick, simple process, with low brokerage  from $19.95^.

Trading & Investing - what's the difference?

You’ve probably heard both terms used to mean more or less the same thing. So is there any difference?
Trading Investing
Frequently buying & selling shares Holding shares for the medium – long term
Trading  often - several times a day/week Trading 2-3 times a year
Frequently monitor stock Monitor stocks less frequently

What you need to know

Being 'good at' investing in shares is about becoming — and staying — informed, as well as being aware of your goals and investment strategies at all times. Ways of keeping 'in the know' include:
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3 steps to apply

  • STEP 1
    Complete online application form.
  • STEP 2
    Sign and return the declaration form if applicable.
  • STEP 3
    Once your account has been finalised you will be notified via email.
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Investment Strategy

You will learn what you need to do before you start trading and how to develop your investment strategy.

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^Share trades Internet Preferred, $19.95 up to $10,000 transaction value. To be eligible for Internet Preferred trading, you must be CHESS sponsored by CommSec and settle your trades through a CommSec Cash Account, CDIA or a CommSec or Colonial Margin Loan.
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© Commonwealth Securities Limited ABN 60 067 254 399 AFSL 238814 ("CommSec") is a wholly owned, but non-guaranteed, subsidiary of the Commonwealth Bank of Australia ABN 48 123 123 124 AFSL 234945 ("the Bank") and both entities are incorporated in Australia with limited liability. This site is directed and available to and for the benefit of Australian residents only (2009).

 

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