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Investment Products

  • Invest in U.S. markets with a wide range of trading and investment products
  • Some of the lowest pricing in the industry
  • U.S.-based, multilingual support from registered investment professionals

Types of investment products

Stocks

  • Trade listed stocks online for US$0 commissions1
  • Simplify stock selection with tools and research informed by Schwab experts
  • Real-time trade analysis from Schwab professionals
  • Our fractional shares of America's leading companies, starting at US$1
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Options

  • Trade options online for just US$0.65 per contract1 and no base commission
  • Invest in U.S. markets with platforms and tools designed for options traders
  • Talk with U.S.-licensed options trading specialists for support
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Exchange-Traded Funds (ETFs)

  • European-domiciled UCITS ETFs are available for U.K. residents
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Bonds

  • Access a full array of investments, including U.S. Treasury bonds and corporate bonds
  • Use Schwab BondSource® to screen 36,000+ bonds
  • Know what you are paying with our straightforward, easy-to-understand pricing
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Offshore Mutual Funds

  • Broad range of investment funds carefully screened by Schwab professionals
  • Access premium independent research and analysis from Morningstar®
  • Compare up to five funds at once using our advanced online screener tool
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American Depositary Receipts (ADRs), Foreign Ordinaries, and Canadian Stocks

  • Understand Schwab's perspective on the benefits, risks, and considerations of trading these international stock types
  • Trade stocks in local markets using our advanced platforms and tools
  • Get a better understanding of American Depositary Receipts (ADRs), Foreign Ordinaries, and Canadian Stocks and explore how you can incorporate these international stock types into your trading or investing strategy.
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Options carry a high level of risk and are not suitable for all investors. Certain requirements must be met to trade options through Schwab. Investing involves risks, including loss of principal. Please read the Options Disclosure Document titled "Characteristics and Risks of Standardized Options" before considering any options transaction. Supporting documentation for any claims or statistical information is available upon request.

Offshore mutual funds are not registered for sale in the United States and may not be offered or sold to persons who are U.S. citizens or U.S. residents, or to those physically present in the U.S. Not all offshore mutual funds are available in all countries. Please contact your Schwab investment professional for details.

Some foreign securities, including ADRs and foreign securities traded on domestic exchanges, may be subject to additional foreign tax withholding requirements.

Interested in margin lending?

Access a convenient and flexible source of funds for trading or personal needs with a Schwab margin loan. View our competitive rates and learn about the benefits and risks to see if margin is right for you. Learn more

Margin borrowing involves substantial risk and is not suitable for all investors. It's important that you fully understand your financial situation, the rules of margin borrowing, and conditions that may affect your investments. Please read the margin risk disclosure carefully.

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FAQs about investment products

UK investors can choose from a variety of products, including mutual funds, ETFs, fixed income investments, and structured investment products. Each investment product has different objectives and involves different risks, including the possible loss of principal, as well as different costs, liquidity considerations, and potential returns.

You can invest in U.S. stocks through Schwab's full array of online trading platforms, including thinkorswim® platforms. These platforms provide tools and resources to support a variety of investment strategies, along with market research and educational resources.

Choosing a U.S. investment provider depends on your individual needs and circumstances. Key factors may include whether the provider serves residents of your country, the investments and services available to you, market access, account fees and minimums, and platform features and costs.

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