Meet Australia's favourite non-bank broker
We're helping Aussie investors with a value-packed alternative to the big bank-backed brokers.
Investing internationally is easier than you think
Discover investment potential in 15 different international markets, all from your CMC Invest account.
Plus, get $0 brokerage on 10,000+ US stocks and ETFs. FX spreads apply.
- Free Brokerage$0 brokerage* when you trade stocks in the US, UK, Canada and Japan.
- Global StocksAccess 45,000+ shares and ETFs across the ASX and 15 international markets.
- App-tasticOne app for 16 markets - plus, transact everything from your AUD balance*. It's that simple.
- Our ExperienceWe're backed by over 30 years' experience - so you know you're in safe hands.
*FX spreads apply.
What's your next investment?
Choose from 45,000+ stocks from 15 international markets.
Find your next investment in:
Americas: United States and Canada
Asia Pacific: Singapore, Japan, Hong Kong, and New Zealand
Europe: United Kingdom, Sweden, Denmark, France, Netherlands, Belgium, Switzerland, Germany, and Spain
Your one-stop investment shop
We’ve created a platform that integrates 45,000+ Aussie and international stocks from around the globe.
Get the lowdown on market movements with Morningstar analysis, invest ethically with integrated ESG ratings, and get granular insights with TradingView charting.
Discover your next opportunity with 40+ thematic watchlists showcasing popular stocks and ETFs from around the globe.
Get a headstart on the US market
Trade the US market 5.5 hours before open and 4 hours after close thanks to our extended US trading hours.
This saves you staying up all night to place a trade, with extended hours opening from early evening and closing at around lunchtime Australian time the following day. There may be higher volatility and lower liquidity during extended trading hours.
Start with a single share
Get a taste of Wall Street with our curated selection of 50+ stocks & ETFs to add to your portfolio - with just a single share. With some of the most innovative and established names driving the US economy, you may find one to suit your portfolio.
Already investing elsewhere?
Then it's time to level-up your portfolio with our all-in-one mobile app and powerful trading tools. Plus, discover new opportunity with 45,000+ stocks and ETFs – all from the one account.
Join today and discover why we’re Australia’s favourite non-bank stockbroker.
See how our US brokerage compares
We think we're pretty competitive, but we'll let you be the judge. See how our brokerage fees (or lack of) compare with other major brokers for buying US stocks like Apple, Amazon or Tesla.
Trade ($AUD) | CMC Invest | CommSec | NabTrade | Stake |
|---|---|---|---|---|
$1,000 | $0 | USD $5 | AUD $9.95 | USD $3 |
$10,000 | $0 | USD $12 | AUD $19.95 | USD $3 |
$15,000 | $0 | USD $18 | AUD $19.95 | USD $3 |
Our $0 international brokerage applies to all US, UK, Japanese and Canadian stocks and ETFs. A 0.6% FX spread applies to all international orders. Comparison correct as at 21 June 2023
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Frequently asked questions
What is the minimum trade size for international orders?
The minimum order size for international shares is AUD $1,000 per buy order. This minimum applies to all international markets available on the CMC Invest platforms. However, for a selection of US stocks and ETFs, we offer the flexibility to purchase without a minimum order value - simply purchase at least one unit.
What is an FX buffer?
The 2% Foreign Exchange (FX) buffer is not an additional fee. The buffer acts as a cushion against currency movements ensuring there are sufficient available funds in your account to fill your order. When your order fills, excess funds are automatically added back to your 'available funds' value on the platform. Buffer funds are not withdrawn from your settlement account, but only locked in the 'available funds' calculation until your order has filled. The buffer only applies to 'buy' orders.
Example
Jane submits an order to buy US$1,000 of US shares at 10:30 am Sydney time.
At the time she places her order the exchange rate is 1.489 and the US market is closed. The estimated AUD value of the order is $1,489.00 + $0.00 brokerage = AUD $1,489.00. The trading platform applies a buffer of AUD 30.17 (2%) to the order as protection against exchange rate fluctuations.
By the time the US market opens the exchange rate has moved to 1.481 and the order is submitted and executed immediately. The AUD value of the order at execution is $1,481.00 + $0.00 brokerage = AUD $1,481.00. The buffer is now released from Jane's "Available to Trade value" on the trading platform.
What is the exchange rate for my international trade?
The exchange rate for international transactions is calculated at the time of execution and is based on the best available bid/offer exchange rates, plus a FX buffer of 2% and a spread of 0.60%.
Can I transfer in my share certificates?
All share certificates will need to be dematerialised (where physical records are replaced with a paperless computerised system) prior to being transferred in. We cannot accept share certificates.
Who are my international orders executed by and held with?
Our execution partner
All international share orders placed on our share trading platforms are executed by Morgan Stanley.
Our custodian partner
Your international securities are held in a custody arrangement between CMC Markets Stockbroking and BNP Paribas SA, a wholly owned subsidiary of the BNP Paribas Group, a leading global custodian and securities services provider.
How do I place an international shares order?
Placing an order for an international equity is the same as for domestic stocks. Find your preferred stock and fill out the order ticket with the quantity/price and any additional instructions.
Most international equities require a minimum investment of $1,000 AUD. We have chosen 50 popular US stocks that you can trade for a single share. View list »
How do I start trading international shares with CMC?
Every CMC Invest client automatically has access to the 15 international markets we offer. You don't need to activate individual markets or setup a new wallet to start trading. All international markets are available in the Markets tab in our app. You'll also find a curated list of international stocks in different themes and watchlists throughout the platform.
Which countries can I invest in?
US
Canada
United Kingdom
Germany
Switzerland
France
Belgium
Netherlands
Singapore
Japan
Hong Kong
New Zealand
Spain
Sweden
Denmark
Can I choose if my trades are executed in the extended hours market?
Yes, you’ll be able to set if your trades are placed during the regular session or in after-hours trading. Orders placed during the standard trading session can be set to expire at the end of regular trading, or stay open for the after hours trading session if unfilled. We’ll remember your extended hours trading preference for future orders, although this can be changed at any time.
Is trading after hours risky?
After hours trading carries heightened risk over trading during a market’s regular opening hours. Additional volatility can result in larger price movements, due to lower liquidity.
When can I use extended US trading hours?
You can trade the US market 5.5hrs before open and 4hrs after close, in addition to normal hours.
Pre-Market: 4:00am - 9:30am New York time
After Hours: 4:00pm - 8:00pm New York time
Depending on the time of year, this equates to:
Pre-Market Trading starts: 6:00pm - 8:00pm AEST/AEDT
After Hours Trading finishes: 10:00am -12:00pm AEST/AEDT
What is extended hours trading?
Extended hours trading (that is, trading pre-open and after close) allows you to react to critical events that occur outside of an exchange’s opening hours. These could include responses to earnings reports, company news, international events and political movements.
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