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Where can I download my End of Financial Year share statements?
EOFY 2019/20 share statements are now available.
To help you get ready for tax time, the following statements will be available:
Interest...
How can I log on to CommSec from NetBank?
You can access CommSec from NetBank if you’re a CommBank customer. When you’re logged into NetBank, select CommSec at the top left corner of the page.
How do I trade with CommSec?
To begin trading with CommSec you will firstly need to set up a trading account. It's free and easy to set one up - simply click 'Join Now' on our homepage or click
What is CHESS?
CHESS (Clearing House Electronic Subregister System) is the computer system used by the Australian Securities Exchange (ASX) to record shareholdings and manage the settlement of share transactions.
Settlement – how to pay or receive funds for a trade
When you buy or sell shares, a process called T+2 settlement takes place where ownership of the shares is exchanged for money between the buyer and seller. This occurs on the second business day after...
Limit and At Market orders – when to use them, and how they differ
Limit and At Market refers to the condition around the price that you set on an order to buy or sell.
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What's a Commonwealth Direct Investment Account (CDIA)?
The CDIA for CommSec is a cash management account specifically designed for CommSec share traders, allowing you to access your funds, when and where it suits you. That's why we say it’s 'always on'...
What's the difference between a Call and Put option?
A Call Option gives the buyer the right, but not the obligation to buy the underlying security at the exercise price, at or within a specified time.
A Put Option gives the...
What is the minimum amount of shares I am able to purchase?
Your initial purchase of any particular shareholding must be at least $500 worth of shares, known as a 'minimum marketable parcel of shares'. CommSec may then allow you to purchase smaller amounts of...
Can I short-sell with CommSec?
At CommSec, you are not able to sell shares that you do not own (short sell), however you may be able to establish a Short exposure to a stock by using Exchange Traded Options (ETOs)*.
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