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Volume XII · № 4
Wednesday, May 27, 2026
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E*TRADE

Founded 1982 Headquartered United States ✓ SEC · FINRA · CFTC

E*TRADE, now part of Morgan Stanley, offers $0 commission trading with powerful Power E*TRADE platform for active and options traders.

✓ Pros
  • $0 commissions
  • Power E*TRADE platform
  • Good options tools
  • Morgan Stanley backing
✗ Cons
  • Options $0.65/contract
  • Customer service varies
  • App can be complex

Fees & costs

Min. deposit
€$0
Trading
$0 for stocks and ETFs, options $0.65/contract (reduced with volume)
Stock fee
$0
Spread
N/A (commission-free equities)
Deposits
Free
Withdrawals
Free via ACH; $25 wire transfer
Inactivity
None

Platforms & features

Power E*TRADE
Advanced web and mobile platform for active traders
Mobile App
Full-featured iOS and Android trading apps
Paper Trading
Practice trading with virtual money
Options Analysis Tools
Advanced options chains and strategy builders
Prebuilt Portfolios
Professionally managed portfolios for hands-off investing
Banking Services
Checking and savings accounts through Morgan Stanley

Who this fits best

✓ Active traders✓ Options traders✓ self_directed_investors

Note: options $0.65/contract.

Account opening steps

  1. 1.

    Start Application

    Visit etrade.com and click 'Open an Account' to begin

  2. 2.

    Choose Account Type

    Select from brokerage, IRA, or other account types

  3. 3.

    Provide Personal Information

    Enter your SSN, date of birth, and contact information

  4. 4.

    Fund Your Account

    Transfer funds via ACH, wire transfer, or check

  5. 5.

    Start Trading

    Access Power E*TRADE or the standard platform and begin trading

Editorial review

E*TRADE is een van de pioniers van online beleggen in de VS, opgericht in 1982 en onderdeel van Morgan Stanley. De broker staat onder toezicht van de SEC, FINRA en CFTC. Handelen in Amerikaanse aandelen en ETF's is gratis ($0 commissie); opties kosten $0,65 per contract. Het platform is beschikbaar via web, iOS, Android en het geavanceerde Power E*TRADE-platform, dat specifiek is ontwikkeld voor actieve traders en optiestrategen.

Power E*TRADE biedt uitgebreide optiescreeners, risikoanalysetools en papierhandel om strategieën te testen zonder echt kapitaal. De integratie met Morgan Stanley geeft toegang tot uitgebreid beleggingsonderzoek. E*TRADE ondersteunt aandelen, ETF's, opties, futures, obligaties en beleggingsfondsen — een breed scala voor de serieuze belegger die alles op één plek wil.

De handelskosten voor opties (per contract) lopen op bij hogere volumes. Klantenservice is inconsistent beoordeeld door gebruikers. De mobiele app wordt als complexer ervaren dan de app van bijv. Robinhood. E*TRADE is het meest geschikt voor Amerikaanse beleggers die een combinatie van $0-aandelen, professionele optieplanning via Power E*TRADE en de ruggensteun van Morgan Stanley waarderen.

Frequently asked

Is E*TRADE owned by Morgan Stanley?
Yes, Morgan Stanley acquired E*TRADE in 2020. E*TRADE continues to operate as a separate brand with its own platforms and services.
What is Power E*TRADE?
Power E*TRADE is E*TRADE's advanced trading platform designed for active traders. It offers real-time streaming quotes, advanced charting, options analysis tools, and paper trading.
Does E*TRADE offer commission-free trading?
Yes, E*TRADE offers $0 commission trading on US stocks and ETFs. Options are $0.65 per contract, with reduced rates for high-volume traders.
What is the minimum deposit at E*TRADE?
E*TRADE has no minimum deposit requirement for standard brokerage accounts. Some managed accounts may have minimums.
Does E*TRADE offer paper trading?
Yes, E*TRADE offers paper trading through the Power E*TRADE platform, allowing you to practice trading strategies with virtual money.
Can I trade options at E*TRADE?
Yes, E*TRADE is known for its strong options trading capabilities with advanced analysis tools, strategy builders, and educational resources.
What retirement accounts does E*TRADE offer?
E*TRADE offers Traditional IRA, Roth IRA, Rollover IRA, SEP IRA, and beneficiary IRA accounts.

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