8.83% margin rate (depending on balance)1
75¢ option contracts ($1 for 1st contract)
Stock & ETF trades from $1 (1¢ per share)
Zacks Trade: Built for the Active Trader
Stock & ETF Trades from $1
75¢ Option Contracts
8.83% Margin Rate or Less
Low margin rates
Margin rates start at 8.83% or lower, depending on account balance. Our competitive margin rates offer margin traders big savings compared to rates from other big brokers.1
Trading tools for all investors
Trade on a platform that suits your style. Whether you prefer robust tools and charting capabilities or are looking for less-technical way to place trades and manage your account, we have you covered. Plus, trade on the go with the Zacks Trade mobile app.
Outstanding support
Our support team of licensed brokers are here to help answer your questions and provide complimentary broker-assisted trades. Connect with a representative anytime from 9 a.m. – 6 p.m. ET, Monday - Friday, by phone or email.Reviews from industry experts
It all sounds great: low margin rates, powerful platforms, actionable research, exceptional customer support… but what do others say? See what 3rd party financial sites are saying.2
Unbiased Reviews from Industry Experts
It all sounds great: low margin rates, powerful platforms, actionable research, exceptional customer support… but is it accurate? See what unbiased, 3rd party financial sites are saying.2
Research and trading all in one tool
The power of the Zacks Rank system from Zacks Investment Research, Inc.3 is now exclusively available and free when you open a Zacks Trade account. With the Zacks Rank Trading Tool, you can search for Zacks Rank #1 stocks by theme, sector and industry—and create an order directly from the tool.
Research to Power Your Trading
Looking for research and market analysis to support your trading decisions? We’ve got you covered. Our clients may utilize more than 20 free subscriptions to find opportunities and make the most of their trades.
Versatile mobile trading platforms
Want to trade on the go? No problem! The Zacks Trade app works on your smartphone or tablet.
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Versatile mobile trading platforms
Want to trade on the go? No problem! The Zacks Trade app works on your smartphone or tablet.
Get to know our options for mobile trading.
See why our clients love Zacks Trade2
"Zacks Trade has allowed me to trade and sell more often without being concerned with large fees. Love them! They are always there to help when I need assistance. "
"I can complete trades for less than half of the cost compared to other brokers. They are always responsive and willing to assist and resolve any issues that may arise. They provide all the info I need to make a decision."
"Zacks Trade’s low costs allow me to trade more. Their support staff is very timely in responding and their platforms are user friendly."
"I trade a lot and it adds up. The less I pay in fees the more I have to invest. Their support is always helpful and their platforms are easy to use and understand. "
“Zacks Trade Support is always reachable in a small amount of time. They are courteous and always helpful. I have saved a great deal in margin interest compared to OptionsHouse.”
1 Zacks Trade's margin rate starts at 8.83% compared to Charles Schwab (rate starting at 12.575%), E*Trade (rate starting at 13.20%), Fidelity (rate starting at 12.575%) and Vanguard (rate starting at 12.75%). Zacks Trade commissions for stocks start at $0.01 per share with a $1.00 minimum. Competitor margin rates obtained from published websites as of 12/23/2024 are believed to be accurate but not guaranteed. Some of the brokers may reduce margin interest rates depending on account activity or margin debit balances. Comparisons do not include competitor discounts or promotions.
2 Testimonials appearing on this site are not considered paid testimonials and are actual client submissions based on individual experiences or clients who have used our products and/or services. However, individual results vary and are not necessarily representative of all those who will use our products and or/services. These testimonials are in no way guarantees for future performance or success. The testimonials displayed are given verbatim except for correction of grammatical or typing errors. Some have been shortened. In other words, not the whole message received by the testimonial writer is displayed, when it seemed lengthy or or the entirety of the testimonial did not seem relevant for the general public. Zacks Trade is not responsible for any of the opinions or comments posted to our site.
3 Zacks Trade does not make investment recommendations and does not conduct investment research. Zacks Rank Trading tool and the information provided therein are the sole property of, and are provided by, Zacks Investment Research, Inc. (“ZIR”). The research, projections or other information provided by ZIR regarding the likelihood of various investment outcomes are hypothetical in nature, do not reflect actual investment results and are not guarantees of future results.
ZIR and Zacks Trade are separate companies. Zacks Trade does not endorse or adopt any particular investment strategy, any analyst opinion/rating/report or any approach to evaluating individual securities. Zacks Trade make no guarantees that information supplied is accurate, complete, or timely, and does not provide warranties regarding results obtained from their use.
The Zacks Rank Trading Tool is a research tool provided to help self-directed investors evaluate securities. The criteria and inputs entered are at the sole discretion of the user, and all screens or strategies with preselected criteria are solely for the convenience of the user. Information supplied or obtained from these screeners is for informational purposes only and should not be considered investment advisor guidance, an offer of or a solicitation of an offer to buy or sell securities, or a recommendation or endorsement by Zacks Trade of any security or investment strategy. If investors follow any investment or investment strategy, including published screens, they must determine whether the investment or investment strategy is suitable based on investment objectives, risk tolerance, financial situation, and other individual factors. Investors should reevaluate their strategies periodically.