Questrade launches real-time fractional trading in Canada
Questrade launches $1 stock trading
Questrade, a leading Canadian provider of financial services, has introduced a new feature that marks a significant step forward for retail investors nationwide.
Starting today, the company is offering real-time, commission-free trading of fractional stocks and ETFs across all its platforms — a first in the history of the Canadian investment industry, according to the broker’s official website.
With this new capability, Questrade clients can purchase fractions of hundreds of high-liquidity stocks and ETFs, including major companies listed on the S&P 500 and Nasdaq 100, as well as those in the top 100 ETFs by assets under management. All trades are executed in real time, with no commissions, and starting from just $1, making portfolio diversification more accessible than ever.
Questrade comments: accessibility without compromise
“Canadians deserve the flexibility to trade on their own terms without the sticker shock that comes with certain stocks and ETFs,” said Rob Galaski, Chief Journey Officer at Questrade. “While some competitors offer fractional trading through batch orders or with added commission fees, Questrade delivers a new way for clients to diversify their portfolios through real-time, zero-commission trades with investment amounts starting at just one dollar — reinforcing our mission to help Canadians become more financially successful and secure.”
This new feature levels the playing field for investors who were previously priced out of high-cost stocks like Apple (AAPL), Nvidia (NVDA), Amazon (AMZN), and Tesla (TSLA). Now, with just a few dollars, Questrade users can own fractional shares of leading companies without paying the full share price.
A first mover in Canada
“We’re excited to be the first Canadian brokerage to combine real-time fractional trading with zero commissions,” added Hwan Kim, Chief Product Officer at Questrade. “Canadians have the right to know the exact price of the stocks and ETFs they’re buying — fractional or not — and to benefit from commission-free trading that helps maximize returns.”
With this launch, Questrade further solidifies its reputation as an innovator in the Canadian investment space, expanding opportunities for users and making financial management more accessible and convenient for all.
