XTB Introduces Fractional Shares With Zero Commissions

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XTB has launched fractional shares on its xStation platform. Providing flexibility, accessibility and diversification, traders can buy small portions of stocks from the US and Europe.

Key Takeaways

  • Traders can invest in major companies like Tesla, Apple and Netflix for a fraction of their full share price.
  • Investors can buy fractional shares in any stock, ETF or asset class on the xStation platform and app.
  • There is no commission on fractional shares up to a €10,000 monthly volume. A 0.2% commission (minimum €10) will apply after this.

Pros of Fractional Shares

Traders can diversify portfolios by spreading their capital across multiple stocks and sectors, helping with risk management.

Fractional shares also offer increased flexibility, allowing traders to invest in popular assets without having to save up for expensive stocks.

Investing in fractional shares on the XTB platform

How To Buy Fractional Shares

You can invest in fractional shares in a few straightforward steps:

  1. Sign up for an XTB account and log in to the trading platform
  2. Select ‘Shares’ in the platform interface
  3. Choose the stock or ETF you want to invest in
  4. Decide how much you want to invest
  5. Confirm the trade

About XTB

XTB is an award-winning broker, regulated by multiple bodies, including the FCA, CySEC and DFSA. The firm has over 20 years of experience and more than 780,000 traders worldwide.

As well as thousands of stocks and ETFs, traders can speculate on forex, indices, commodities and cryptocurrencies.

Spreads are low, starting from 0.3 pips, with no commissions and leverage up to 1:500 depending on your location.

You can open a live account in a few minutes with 24/5 customer support to assist new users and fast deposits via bank cards, e-wallets and wire transfers.

Your capital is at risk. Trade only with funds you can afford to lose.
Founded in 2002 in Poland, XTB now serves more than 1 million clients. The forex and CFD broker combines a heavily regulated trading environment with an extensive selection of assets and a commitment to trader satisfaction, featuring an intuitive in-house platform with superb tools to support aspiring day traders.
CFDs are complex instruments and come with a high risk of losing money rapidly due to leverage. 69-83% of retail investor accounts lose money when trading CFDs with this provider. You should consider whether you understand how CFDs work and whether you can afford to take the high risk of losing your money