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Do you actually own stocks on eToro?
Etoro is a retail brokerage platform, and when you buy a stock in such platforms you don’t actually own the stock, you just own a contract that mirrors the price of the underlying asset: so if you buy 1 share of SBUX and the stock goes up a point than also your contract increase accordingly.
Why did eToro sell my shares?
They are adjustable orders to close the trade when the market moves a specified amount against or in favour of your position, thus helping you minimize your losses or lock in your profits. You can see all your closed trades in your History view.
Is eToro rigged?
eToro is not a scam but is not a good choice. While eToro has some interesting features, its service offering also has problems to be wary of, most notably: eToro has had regulatory action taken against it by CySEC for weaknesses in following applicable laws.
Is eToro really Commission free?
Opening an account on eToro is free! No management or ticketing fees are charged and investing in stocks is commission-free. Withdrawals incur a low fee of $5 and FX rates apply to non-USD deposits and withdrawals.
Where do dividends go on eToro?
If you hold a CFD position, the dividend payment will be reflected in your available balance on the ex-dividend date. If you hold a position secured with the real asset, you will receive the dividend payment to your available balance on the payment date.
Does eToro pay dividends on CFDs?
Payment of Dividends eToro base the dividends it pays on the positions you hold in Dividend Stocks and Dividend ETFs. On CFDs, if you hold a CFD position, eToro will pay you a dividend on the Date of Record (ex-dividend date) that will appear in your current balance.
Should you use eToro for stock trading?
One of the big advantages of using eToro for stock trading is that you can buy fractional or partial shares. To do this, eToro needs to maintain control of the shares. If you’re after a broker that allows you to buy partial shares and charge no commissions on trades, then etoro is perfect for this.[1] Footnotes.
Can eToro help you retire comfortably?
Its free tool can help you retire comfortably. Buying a stock on eToro by opening a “buy” (long), non-leveraged position means you are investing in the underlying asset (real stocks), and the stock is purchased and held in your name, this.
What does your portfolio Show Me?
Your portfolio shows you all your trading activity. The default view shows you information about all the markets, traders and CopyPortfolios you are currently investing in:
How do I view individual trades in my portfolio?
The default view shows you an overview of your whole portfolio, with individual trades summarized according to the markets, traders or CopyPortfolios you are currently investing in. Click on each line to see the breakdown into individual trades:
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