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Volume XII · № 4
Wednesday, May 27, 2026
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Fidelity

Founded 1946 Headquartered United States ✓ SEC · FINRA

Fidelity is one of the largest US brokerages offering $0 commission trading, excellent research, and zero-expense-ratio index funds. Privately held since 1946.

✓ Pros
  • $0 commissions on stocks/ETFs
  • Zero-fee index funds
  • Excellent research
  • No account minimums
✗ Cons
  • Options $0.65/contract
  • Active Trader Pro desktop only
  • International trading limited

Fees & costs

Min. deposit
€$0
Trading
$0 for stocks and ETFs, options $0.65/contract
Stock fee
$0
Spread
N/A (exchange-traded equities, commission-free)
Deposits
Free
Withdrawals
Free
Inactivity
None

Platforms & features

Active Trader Pro
Advanced desktop platform for active traders
Mobile App
Full-featured iOS and Android apps
Fractional Shares
Buy stocks and ETFs in dollar amounts starting from $1
Paper Trading
Practice trading with virtual money
Zero-Fee Index Funds
Fidelity ZERO funds with 0% expense ratio
Research Center
In-depth research from 20+ providers
Retirement Planning
Full suite of IRA and 401k options

Who this fits best

✓ Long-term investors✓ retirement_savers✓ research_focused_investors

Note: options $0.65/contract.

Account opening steps

  1. 1.

    Start Application

    Visit Fidelity.com and click 'Open an Account' to begin the online application

  2. 2.

    Verify Identity

    Provide your Social Security Number, date of birth, and contact information

  3. 3.

    Select Account Type

    Choose from brokerage, IRA, or other account types based on your needs

  4. 4.

    Fund Your Account

    Link your bank account and transfer funds via ACH, wire, or check

  5. 5.

    Start Investing

    Access research tools and begin trading stocks, ETFs, and mutual funds

Editorial review

Fidelity is een van de grootste particuliere beleggingsondernemingen ter wereld, opgericht in 1946 en gereguleerd door de SEC en FINRA. Het bedrijf is privaat bezit, wat het onderscheidt van beursgenoteerde concurrenten. Fidelity biedt $0-commissies op Amerikaanse aandelen en ETF's en staat bekend om zijn eigen nul-kostenindexfondsen — waaronder FZROX en FZILX — die geen beheervergoeding rekenen, een uniek aanbod in de markt.

Fractionele aandelen zijn beschikbaar vanaf $1, wat instap vergemakkelijkt. Fidelity biedt ook uitgebreid beleggingsonderzoek van onafhankelijke bronnen. Het Active Trader Pro-platform is gratis beschikbaar voor actieve beleggers en biedt geavanceerde grafiek- en analysetools. Papierhandel wordt niet aangeboden, wat een nadeel is voor traders die strategieën willen testen.

Opties kosten $0,65 per contract. Active Trader Pro is alleen beschikbaar als desktopapplicatie — een beperking voor beleggers die de voorkeur geven aan browsergebaseerde tools. Internationale marktmogelijkheden zijn beperkter dan bij brokers als Interactive Brokers. Fidelity is het meest geschikt voor Amerikaanse langetermijnbeleggers die zero-fee indexfondsen combineren met solide onderzoek en een betrouwbare naam.

Frequently asked

What is the minimum deposit at Fidelity?
Fidelity has no minimum deposit requirement. You can open an account and start investing with any amount.
Is Fidelity safe and regulated?
Yes, Fidelity is regulated by the SEC and FINRA, and is a member of SIPC, which protects securities up to $500,000 (including $250,000 cash).
Does Fidelity offer commission-free trading?
Yes, Fidelity offers $0 commission trading on US stocks and ETFs. Options are $0.65 per contract.
What are Fidelity ZERO funds?
Fidelity ZERO funds are index mutual funds with 0% expense ratio, including FZROX (Total Market) and FZILX (International).
Can I buy fractional shares at Fidelity?
Yes, Fidelity offers fractional shares trading, allowing you to invest in stocks and ETFs with as little as $1.
Does Fidelity have a paper trading account?
No, Fidelity does not offer a dedicated paper trading or demo account for practice.
How do I transfer money to Fidelity?
You can fund your Fidelity account via ACH bank transfer (free), wire transfer, check, or mobile check deposit.
What retirement accounts does Fidelity offer?
Fidelity offers Traditional IRA, Roth IRA, SEP IRA, SIMPLE IRA, and 401(k) rollover accounts.

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