Stocks
Want to invest in individual companies you believe are poised for growth? Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced trader, BMO can help you create and manage your portfolio of stocks with:
$9.95 flat-fee trading with BMO InvestorLine Self-Directed - Access to research, tools, performance tracking and technical support
- Invest in global companies listed on foreign exchanges using CDRs
- The InvestorLine mobile app, so you can easily access and manage your portfolio
How do stocks work?
Stocks —or equities as they’re also known— are shares of ownership in a company. These investments allow your money to grow as the company grows — either through stock price increases or shared earnings like dividends.
Great for: Investors who want to own shares in particular companies and want to actively manage their portfolio
Typical risk level: Medium-high
Typical investing horizon: Medium- to long-term
Example investing goals: Saving for retirement, saving for a child’s education
Why stocks?
- You have the potential to earn capital gains on stock price increases.
- Benefit from the growth of companies, industries, or the entire market.
- Enjoy voting rights in corporations you invest in.
- Potentially receive dividend payments from companies that offer them.
- Easily buy and sell online with expert research and tools.
Why invest in stocks with BMO?
Variety of Markets
Trade on major exchanges including the Toronto Stock Exchange (TSX), New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) and Nasdaq.
Tools and research
Enjoy services that include: Stock screeners, stock alert analyst ratings, performance analyser tools and research reports exclusive to BMO clients.
Support
Other perks include support from BMO representatives online or over the phone, as well as access to your accounts via the BMO InvestorLine app.
Ready to start investing?
We have two great options for investing in equities. Whether you want to be completely hands-on or whether you’d like some guidance.
Online trading
$0 minimum account size
- A great choice if: You want to be in control of the entire investment process, from research and trading to track your portfolio’s progress.
- Price: $9.95 per equity trade
Online trading with advice
$10,000 minimum account size
- A great choice if: You want to trade yourself, with advisor support and built-in guidance backed by expert analysis to help you decide what to do.
- Price: Advisory fees as low as 0.10% of billable assets for portfolios $5MM or greater.
Interested in wealth management services?
BMO Private Wealth is another way to trade equities.
Learn more about investing in stocks with BMO
What is a Canadian Depositary Receipt (CDR)?
Learn how a CDR can help you invest in global companies to assist with investment goals.
Learn when and how to handle an underperforming stock
Every company hits a rough patch at some point, but it’s up to you to determine whether a stock price decline is temporary or something more serious.
How does breaking news affect markets?
Markets react to breaking news. How should you handle stock price fluctuations that follow major events?
Have questions? That's what we're here for.
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