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Stocks

Stocks

What is a stock?

Benefits of stocks

Historical Performance

While stocks can go up and down and are liable to short-term risk, the market index has historically grown in the long run. If your time horizon is long, stocks may be a great addition to your portfolio.

Company Ownership

When you invest in a particular company, you become a shareholder, which can sometimes allow you to vote for certain business decisions in the company.

Liquidity

You can trade stocks anytime during market hours. This flexibility is attractive to some investors. If you need access to your money, it's not difficult to sell shares and withdraw as needed.

How to start trading stocks

Ready to take control of the stocks you buy and sell? It’s as simple as opening an account, doing your research and placing an order on your preferred Questrade trading platform.

Stock trading made affordable

Trade stocks for as low as

/ share 1

1min. $4.95 to max. $9.95

Quantity tradedFee
1-495 shares$4.95
700 shares$7.50
1500 shares$9.95
5000 shares$9.95

Trade stocks with confidence

With a self-directed Questrade account, you have access to the tools, resources and support you need to make stock trades confidently.

Self-directed investing

I want to invest by myself

  • Trade stocks for as little as 1¢/share 1, buy ETFs for free 1, and more

  • Find fresh new trading ideas with easy-to-use research tools

  • Mobile, web or desktop—trade your way on powerful platforms

We’re here to help you get started

Our account specialists are available to assist with any account-related questions you may have, and to help you get set up.

Reach us by phone

Toll-free Within Canada

1.888.298.4515

From the U.S.

1.416.227.6615

International

(001) 416.227.6615

Phone hours

Monday-Friday, 8:30 AM to 8 PM EST

Get answers to frequently asked questions

Yes, you can buy and hold any asset that is listed on a designated stock exchange in a registered account.

Not all stocks pay dividends. Companies that do will determine the payment date. Dividends are typically paid quarterly, but can also be monthly, semi-annually, annually, or even one-time payments.

Questrade offers many great research tools that can help you make smarter, more informed decisions. To see a list of the tools we offer and how to use them on our different platforms, read more here.

1Exchange and ECN fees may apply. Only applies to Canadian and US listed ETFs.