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Online share trading

Buy and sell local shares and derivatives online

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WHY INVESTEC

Start your wealth journey with us

Start building your wealth portfolio with our easy-to-use online platform to buy and sell JSE listed shares, exchange traded funds (ETFs), futures, and contracts. Our extensive range of online trading tools gives you the insights and information you need to make informed investment decisions. A dedicated online team is available to assist you with queries, execution of trades and provide online support.
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Want to open a share trading account?

As a Private Bank Account holder, you can open an account through Investec Online. Not a Private Bank Account client? Apply now.

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ONLINE SHARE TRADING FEATURES

A stockbroking account where you execute your own trades, with no advice from an investment adviser.

Easy-to-use online platform

  • Available through Investec’s online banking platform and the Investec App
  • View your holdings (local and offshore) with a 15-minute delayed pricing
  • Make payments to your linked bank account
  • View company and share price information or download product factsheets
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APPLYING

Who can open an online share trading account?

There is no minimum account value required for existing Investec Private Bank Account clients. For non-Private Bank Account clients, a minimum account value of R1 million is required.

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MORE INFORMATION

Online share trading account factsheet PDF 446.43 KB

APPLY FOR AN ONLINE TRADING ACCOUNT

Existing Private Bank Account clients can open through Investec Online.

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