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CommSec Share Trading

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Trading Account
CommSecIRESS
  • Trading Account
  • CommSecIRESS
Small trade brokerage with conditions
$5.00
Trades under $1,000, $10 for trades between $1,001 and $3,000, $19.95 for trades between $3,001 and $10,000, $29.95 for trades between $10,001 and $25,000 via CommSec Cash Account
Large trade brokerage with conditions
0.12%
Trades over $25,000 via CommSec Cash Account
Monthly fee
$0.00
Small trade brokerage with conditions
$5.00
Trades under $1,000, $10 for trades between $1,001 and $3,000, $19.95 for trades between $3,001 and $10,000, $29.95 for trades between $10,001 and $25,000 via CommSec Cash Account
Large trade brokerage with conditions
0.12%
Trades over $25,000 via CommSec Cash Account
Monthly fee
$82.50

Mozo editorial review CommSec Share Trading - last updated: 11 April 2024

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What's hot
  • Access to 13 international share markets
  • Comprehensive reports and insights
  • Live data
What's not
  • Higher brokerage fees
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Whether you're just beginning your share trading journey or you’re an active trader looking for a comprehensive platform with the latest data and insights, CommSec’s Share Trading account could be just the account you need. With live data, exclusive reports and insights and access to the ASX as well as 13 other leading international markets, the Share Trading Account really has it all. 

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Key features

The CommSec Share Trading Account and the CommSec account with WebIRESS subscription  really are premium platforms for traders who want the latest insights, analysis and access to data. 

With the basic CommSec Share Trading Account, traders have a range of brokerage options depending on the size of their trade and whether or not they use a linked CommSec account or an external account to conduct the trade. 

  • Via a CommSec Cash Account: Traders will be charged $5 per trade under $1,000, $10.00 for trades between $1,001-$3,000, $19.95 for trades between $3,001-$10,000, $29.95 for trades between $10,001-$25,000 and then 0.12% for trades over $25,000.

  • Via an external account: Traders wishing to use an external account will be charged $29.95 for amounts under $10,000 and 0.31% for trades over $10,001.

When it comes to different securities, traders with a Commsec Share Trading Account will have access to Australian and International shares, Options, Warrants, Managed Funds and EFTs among others.

Traders will even be able to buy Commsec Share Packs - diversified portfolios picked by the CommSec Investment Management team which contain six leading Australian companies. Share Pack categories include Market Leaders, Capital Growth, Income and Tax-Effective Income.

The Commsec Share Trading Account also comes equipped with tools and information any trader can make use of - from live share data, daily videos, charts and reports to a help desk even the option to set up instant alerts with the latest share information. For $82.50 a month, active traders will also be able to access the CommSecIRESS trading platform which provides real-time data-streaming along with a heap of other handy features.

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Who is it good for

The Commsec Share Trading Account could be a great option for Australian traders looking for a comprehensive share trading platform which is rich with information, insights and the potential to trade a range of different Australian and international securities. Active traders could also make use of the CommSecIRESS trading platform for that next level of analysis if they’re happy to pay the $82.50 monthly fee.

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Any catches

While CommSec’s brokerage fees are roughly on par with those offered by the other major banks, they may be more expensive than those of other share trading platforms, so it’s worth weighing up those costs against CommSec’s extensive insights and other features.

Details

Rates and fees information correct as at 19 April 2024. Mozo has robust processes to ensure our site is updated to reflect the latest information from providers. There may be the odd occasion where updates are delayed, so please confirm information before purchasing.
Fees

$5.00

Trades under $1,000, $10 for trades between $1,001 and $3,000, $19.95 for trades between $3,001 and $10,000, $29.95 for trades between $10,001 and $25,000 via CommSec Cash Account

0.12%

Trades over $25,000 via CommSec Cash Account

Via CommSec Cash Account: $5.00 under $1,000, $10.00 between $1,001 and $3,000, $19.95 between $3,001 and $10,000 $29.95 up to $25,000, then 0.12%. Via other account: $29.95 under $10,000, then 0.31%.

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$0.00

n/a

New customers receive $0 brokerage on the first 10 trades (up to $50,000 each) placed on or before 30 April 2024. Must select the Commonwealth Direct Investment Account cash account option.

Tools

(Morningstar and Goldman Sachs)

22c SMS, 11c email

Features

(free)

superannuation funds, structured investments

Commonwealth Direct Investment Account

none

Higher brokerage fees apply for trades settled into accounts other than the Commonwealth Direct Investment Account (CDIA) or a CommSec Margin Loan.

Details

Rates and fees information correct as at 19 April 2024. Mozo has robust processes to ensure our site is updated to reflect the latest information from providers. There may be the odd occasion where updates are delayed, so please confirm information before purchasing.
Fees

$5.00

Trades under $1,000, $10 for trades between $1,001 and $3,000, $19.95 for trades between $3,001 and $10,000, $29.95 for trades between $10,001 and $25,000 via CommSec Cash Account

0.12%

Trades over $25,000 via CommSec Cash Account

Via CommSec Cash Account: $5.00 under $1,000, $10.00 between $1,001 and $3,000, $19.95 between $3,001 and $10,000 $29.95 up to $25,000, then 0.12%. Via other account: $29.95 under $10,000, then 0.31%.

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$82.50

8 trades or $220 in brokerage per month

New customers receive $0 brokerage on the first 10 trades (up to $50,000 each) placed on or before 30 April 2024. Must select the Commonwealth Direct Investment Account cash account option.

Tools

dynamic

(Morningstar and Goldman Sachs)

22c SMS, 11c email

Features

(free)

superannuation funds, structured investments

Commonwealth Direct Investment Account

none

Higher brokerage fees apply for trades settled into accounts other than the Commonwealth Direct Investment Account (CDIA) or a CommSec Margin Loan.

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