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Can I sell shares through CommSec as a One-Off Trade without opening a trading account?
CommSec offers a 'One Off Trade' (OOT) service for clients who do not wish to open a trading account but have an issuer sponsored holding they wish to sell. In order to sell your shares via the One...
How do I transfer issuer sponsored shares over to CHESS with CommSec?
You can submit a transfer request online by logging into your account and navigating to Support > Service Centre > Transfers shares. Upon receiving your request, the transfer will take...
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 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...
How do I transfer shares held by another party to CommSec? (OMT)
To transfer beneficial ownership of shares from one party to another, without buying and selling on the market, you can complete an Off Market Transfer request form or online
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How do I sell my Issuer Sponsored Shares?
Issuer Sponsored Shares can be sold online using your CommSec Trading Account by entering the Shareholder Reference Number (SRN) when placing a trade. You can locate your SRN on any holding or dividend...
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What is the difference between a Market and Limit order?
Market orders
Market orders will go into market to execute at the best available price, however the execution and the price is not guaranteed...
When does the Australian Stock Exchange open and what are its phases?
The Australian Stock Exchange (ASX) market phases are as follows (Sydney Time):
How do I pay for my shares?
There are two options available to you when paying for your share trades:
How do I pay for my shares?
There are two options available to you when paying for your share trades:
What is the difference between a Market and Limit order?
Market orders
Market orders will go into market to execute at the best available price, however the execution and the price is not guaranteed...
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.
When does the Australian Stock Exchange open and what are its phases?
The Australian Stock Exchange (ASX) market phases are as follows (Sydney Time):
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
Can I sell shares through CommSec as a One-Off Trade without opening a trading account?
CommSec offers a 'One Off Trade' (OOT) service for clients who do not wish to open a trading account but have an issuer sponsored holding they wish to sell. In order to sell your shares via the One...
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 difference between Bid and Offer prices?
A Bid is the price selected by a buyer to buy a stock, while the Offer is the price at which the seller is offering to sell the stock.
How can I obtain my Holder Identification Number (HIN)?
If your account with CommSec is CHESS sponsored, you can obtain your HIN by logging into your CommSec account and navigating to Portfolio > Accounts (Select Account). Under the title "Shares...
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...