Free live data and quotes
Free access to live company data and quotes on Australian shares, regardless of how often you trade.
Invest in Aussie shares
Support the companies you know and love – invest in over 2,000+ Australian companies listed on the ASX.
Free live data and quotes
Market-leading research
Free access to the latest market news, expert insights and research from Morningstar.
Fast, digital share transfers
Transfer your Australian shares from another broker or the share registry with our fast, digital transfer process.
Benefits with CommBank Yello
If you’re a CommBank Yello customer, you could receive up to a $10 monthly loyalty payment for investing in Australian shares with CommSec. Visit CommBank Yello to see if you qualify.
Get $0 brokerage on your first 10 trades
Terms and conditions apply.*
Then, trade with $5 brokerage on Aussie trades up to and including $1,000.
One account, many ways to invest
Discover all the ways you can invest with a CommSec Australian Share Trading Account.
Access the Aussie share market >
Invest in the Australian companies you know and love listed on the ASX.
Invest in ETFs >
Invest in a bundle of shares in a company or sector that you care about.
Invest for your kids >
Invest on behalf of your kids or grandkids and kick-start their financial future.
Leverage market movements >
Invest in warrants to diversify your portfolio and leverage rising and falling markets.
Enjoy a regular income stream >
Invest in debt investments such as Fixed Income Securities, government and corporate bonds.
Access our best brokerage rates >
By signing up to CommSec, you’ll also open a CDIA1, providing you with our best brokerage rates and real-time fund transfers.
Last week’s most-traded Aussie stocks
See the Australian shares that CommSec customers were buying and selling last week.
We all start from somewhere
We all start from somewhere. Learn everything you need to know about investing, all in one place.
Super-size your little one’s financial future
Investing for your kids is a great way to set them up for success. And it’s easier than you might think.
Invest anytime, anywhere
Everything you need, all in the palm of your hand - monitor the markets, keep an eye on your portfolio and invest in Aussie and international stocks.
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Signing up is easy
Here’s what you need to get started.
✔ Your personal details
You’ll need your full name, residential and postal address to verify your identity.
✔ Your contact details
You’ll need your mobile number and email address to receive notifications and application updates.
✔ Your tax residency details
You’ll need to supply your tax residency to complete your account application.
Joining CommSec is free - sign up for instant access to our full range of trading tools, news and stock data.
If you’re not already a CommSec customer, you can get $0 brokerage on your first 10 Aussie trades up to $1,000.
Our rates and fees
Opening a CommSec account is free and there are no ongoing account-keeping fees.
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Trade amount |
Cost2 |
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Up to $1,000 (inclusive) |
$5 |
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Over $1,000 up to $3,000 (inclusive) |
$10 |
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Over $3,000 up to $10,000 (inclusive) |
$19.95 |
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Over $10,000 up to $25,000 (inclusive) |
$29.95 |
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Over $25,000 |
0.12% |
Your questions, answered
Find the answers to your questions about investing with CommSec.
Like anything, investing comes with some risks that, when managed, can be mitigated. These risks, such as the decrease in an asset’s value, market fluctuations and liquidity risk (the inability to sell an asset quickly) are all manageable by using investment strategies like diversification.
Learn more about the risks of investing.
To pay for shares you’re buying, CommSec will debit the amount from your linked settlement account (your CDIA) two business days after your trade has been completed.
Learn more about how to pay for your shares.
Transfer your shares into CommSec from the share registry or another broker with our simple, digital share transfer process. Log into CommSec, then head to Settings, then Transfer Shares to start the process.
You can trade Australian shares online or using the CommSec app. Simply log into CommSec and head to Trade (if investing through our website) or Trading (if investing through the CommSec app.
Learn more about placing a trade with CommSec.
Help when it matters
Find the support you need, when you need it.
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Send us your question Fill in our online form and hear from one of our experts within two business days |
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Call us 13 15 19 for calls within Australia |
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Reach out to us on X Tag @CommSec in your question on X |
1 The Commonwealth Direct Investment Account is issued by Commonwealth Bank of Australia and administered by Commonwealth Securities Limited. The target market for the CDIA can be found within the product’s Target Market Determination, available at commbank.com.au/tmd.
2 Cost is based on trades placed online via the CommSec website, mobile app or other CommSec platforms. Cost is based on trades that settle in a CDIA. Trades linked to a settlement account from another financial institution and trades placed over the phone incur additional fees. See our rates and fees for more information.
CommSec does not provide taxation advice. We recommend you obtain professional taxation advice to evaluate whether an investment in Australian Securities is appropriate to your particular financial circumstances.
CommSec accepts no responsibility for any connectivity delays, errors or disruptions caused by your phone service provider that may affect the performance of the CommSec mobile applications. CommSec accepts no responsibility for any fees that your phone service provider charges, such as fees for SMS, data services, or any other fees that your phone service provider may charge.
You can view the Share Trading Terms and Conditions, Best Execution Statement and Financial Services Guide (FSG), and should consider them before making any decision about these products and services.
* "$0 brokerage on your first 10 trades" offer only available to new CommSec customers opening a new individual Australian Share Trading Account & Commonwealth Direct Investment Account (CDIA) between 1st May 2025 and 31st July 2025 via the ‘Join now’ link at www.commsec.com.au/offer or through the CommBank App. Offer applies if you trade online, are CHESS-sponsored by CommSec and settle your trade through your CDIA. This offer does not apply to CommSec Pocket trades, International Share trades, Exchange Traded Options or Margin Lending. You are not eligible for this offer if you have closed an Australian Share Trading Account on or after 1st May 2025. Offer not valid in conjunction with any other offer and not open to existing CommSec customers. As part of the offer, you will receive $0 brokerage on your first 10 Australian share trades, up to a maximum trade value of $50,000 each for orders placed on or before 31st October 2025. Standard CommSec brokerage charges apply for orders placed or amended after 31st October 2025. Trades above $50,000 will incur brokerage charges. For CommSec standard brokerage charges, see the CommSec Financial Service Guide. No brokerage fee will be shown on the CommSec Confirmation Contract Note issued in respect of applicable trades under this offer. This offer is not redeemable for cash and is not transferable. CommSec Share Trading Terms and Conditions apply unless otherwise specified here. Applicants must be 18 years or over. We reserve the right to terminate this offer or amend these terms and conditions at any time without notice. For any queries on this offer, please contact us on 13 15 19.