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$0 stock commission · fractional shares · 24/5 overnight trading · options

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Key capabilities

Commission
$0
Fractional shares
Yes

~4,000+ tickers, ≥ $5

Extended hours
Yes
Overnight (24/5)
Yes

~1,200 eligible · Launched April 7, 2025; ~1,200 stocks/ETFs

Options
$0
OTC access
4/5 full, 1/5 limited
Short locate
limited

OTC market access by tier

OTC Markets organises non-exchange-listed securities into five tiers by disclosure quality. Firstrade’s coverage:

  • OTCQXFull
  • OTCQBFull
  • Pink CurrentFull
  • Pink LimitedFull
  • Grey MarketLimited

Notes

$0 commission including many sub-$1 names — notable for penny-stock access.

Frequently asked

What does Firstrade charge for stock trades?
$0 on stocks.
Does Firstrade offer fractional shares?
Yes — ~4,000+ tickers, ≥ $5.
Does Firstrade have 24-hour trading?
Yes — approximately 1,200 eligible securities (Launched April 7, 2025; ~1,200 stocks/ETFs).
Can I trade penny stocks and OTC names on Firstrade?
Partial. 4/5 OTC tiers offer full access, 1/5 with limited access. Pink Limited and Grey market are typically the most restricted.
What does Firstrade charge for options?
$0 per contract.

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