Australian Share Investing

The Australian Stock Exchange’s “Find a Broker” service is a great place to start your search for a stockbroker…

It provides a list of brokers and their Web addresses based on criteria you select, such as location and the type of securities traded.
If you’re after an online broker, you can do an in depth comparison of […]

It’s a good idea to shop around a bit when looking for a broker. Different investors’ needs will vary, but some things you might want to consider are

Does the broker display a courteous attitude over the ‘phone
Availability of margin lending facilities
Access to floats
Ease (and promptness) of communication
Brokerage fees
Does the broker provide research and advice?
Speed of […]

While online discount brokers have become increasingly popular in recent years, there can be some disadvantages.
For example, despite the automation provided by the Internet, the sheer volume of orders attracted by such brokers can introduce a delay in the time it takes for your order to be filled. This could be a particular problem for […]