Invest in Australian shares like nowhere else
Access 2,500+ ASX stocks & ETFs with $3 CHESS-sponsored brokerage.
Why buy ASX shares with Stake?
CHESS sponsored
You’ll get your own HIN (Holder Identification Number) so shares are held in your name.
Broad opportunities
Buy and sell 2,500+ ASX stocks, ASX ETFs, bonds, A-REITs, hybrid securities, LICs and more.
How we compare
Compare Stake’s brokerage fees with other CHESS-sponsored platforms
Trade Amount |  | CommSec | NAB | SelfWealth |
|---|---|---|---|---|
$0 - $1,000 | $3 | $5.00 (with CDIA) | $9.95 | $9.50 |
$1,001 - $5,000 | $3 | $10.00 - $19.95 (with CDIA) | $14.95 | $9.50 |
$5,001 - $10,000 | $3 | $19.95 (with CDIA) | $19.95 | $9.50 |
$10,001 - $20,000 | $3 | $29.95 (with CDIA) | $19.95 | $9.50 |
$20,001 - $25,000 | $3 | $29.95 (with CDIA) | 0.11% | $9.50 |
$25,001 - $30,000 | $3 | 0.12% (with CDIA) | 0.11% | $9.50 |
$30,000+ | 0.01% | 0.12% (with CDIA) | 0.11% | $9.50 |
Last reviewed: 30 May 2025. The information displayed in the pricing comparison table is not exhaustive and is subject to changes. For up-to-date competitor pricing and product offerings, visit their websites. Please check our pricing PDF for details.
Learn more about the benefits of trading with a CHESS-sponsored platform.
The Australian Securities Exchange (ASX) requires a minimum investment of A$500 (excluding brokerage) when purchasing shares in any ASX-listed security for the first time. This is known as the ‘Minimum Marketable Parcel' (MMP) of shares. The MMP applies to all CHESS-sponsored trades.
Get 12 months of $0 brokerage
Transfer your existing ASX shares to Stake (min. A$1,000) and secure a year of free brokerage on Stake AUS trades up to A$30,000. It’s paperless, fast and only takes a few minutes to initiate.
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As a former commsec user, I love how easy the app is to navigate and with ASX now available switching between markets is easy.
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I started using Stake for US trading, and recently (very easily) transferred my ASX portfolio across to utilise the cheap trades.
Switched from nabtrade. Much better experience. Far cheaper.
A well designed and easy to use app to trade on the USA and AUS markets.
Investing in the ASX has never been easier
Stake your claim to CHESS sponsorship
To ensure the ASX shares you buy are actually held in your name, you’ll want to go with a CHESS-sponsored investing platform like Stake. You’ll get your own Holder Identification Number (HIN), and every investment you make on the ASX will be associated with your name and unique number (for details, see What is a HIN?).
Find the right investment products for you
The Australian Securities Exchange (ASX) doesn’t just offer stocks. On Stake, you can also buy and sell Australian ETFs, exchange-traded bonds, A-REITs, hybrid securities, LICs and more. See all the ASX-listed companies available and use our tool to compare stocks and research investments that suit your goals.
Choose simple, transparent brokerage fees
Three is the number. That’s your brokerage fee for all Stake trades up to $30,000 – no matter the investment product, the same brokerage fee applies, and nothing else. Trading above $30,000, you’ll pay 0.01% instead. For more info, see the Stake fees.
Keep building your investing experience
Signing up is just the beginning. Check out The Stake Desk and follow us on Instagram to stay up to date with the Australian market and more. Our Stake Academy articles in particular help you get upskilled. When you decide to sharpen your trading even further, Stake Black is a premium membership that unlocks advanced tools and features like Course of Sales and Market Depth.
Most actively traded ASX ETFs on Stake in May
| Ticker | Company Name | Price | Market Cap | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
IVV | iShares S&P 500 500 ETF | $53.19 | $7.9B | Trade now |
VAS | Vanguard Australian Shares Index ETF | $96.65 | $14.6B | Trade now |
VGS | Vanguard MSCI Index International Shares ETF | $123.61 | $7.5B | Trade now |
NDQ | BetaShares NASDAQ 100 ETF | $42.44 | $4.5B | Trade now |
VDHG | Vanguard Diversified High Growth Index ETF | $64.20 | $2.2B | Trade now |
See the full list of most traded Australian shares on Stake.
Data as of 3 June 2024 for share price and market cap. The information displayed in the table is based on trade volume on Stake's trading platform for the previous month and should not be relied on to make investment decisions. This is for information purposes only and is not a recommendation to invest in the securities listed. It does not constitute financial product advice. We recommend that you do your own research and consider your own personal financial needs, objectives and circumstances before making any investment decision. Stake does not accept any responsibility for any decisions made based on the data provided.How to buy shares on the ASX
1. Sign up
It takes just minutes to sign up and all you need is some I.D.
2. Fund your account
Activate Stake AUS, fund your account and get access to ASX-listed stocks and ETFs
3. Place an order
Select an investment, place an order and monitor your portfolio
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The most common way to buy shares online in Australia is through an investing platform. Stake is a CHESS-sponsored share trading platform for the ASX with seamless access to U.S. shares on Wall St.
Here’s how you could access Stake:
- First, you will need to either download the app or click here to sign up. You’ll need some I.D. to create your account.
- Once you’re on the platform, simply head over to your Stake AUS dashboard and click ‘Add funds’ and choose your deposit method. Some methods take up to 24h, such as first-time deposits from direct bank transfers.
On Stake AUS, we charge A$3 brokerage for trades up to A$30,000, or 0.01% on trades above A$30,000.
You can knock $1 off your brokerage fees for a year by successfully referring your mates to Stake. This means if you refer three friends, you can unlock 12 months of free CHESS-sponsored brokerage. Learn more about Stake rewards.
You can invest in 2,500+ of the most popular ASX companies. This includes household names like BHP Group ($BHP), Coles Group ($COL) and Wesfarmers ($WES). You can also get easy access to the biggest exchange-traded funds in Australia, like the iShares S&P 500 ETF ($IVV) or the Vanguard Australian Shares Index ETF ($VAS).
- Discover all the ASX-listed companies you can trade with Stake.
- If you are interested in exchange-traded funds, you can learn more here before you buy Australian ETFs.
- To see what's trending with Aussie investors, check out the most traded Australian shares.
- Stay up to date with market movers on the ASX, with the top gainers and top losers updated daily.
Our main sources of revenue are:
- FX fees: applies only when depositing or withdrawing USD, not on every trade
- Convenience fees: for optional features such as FastFunds
- Interest: earned on cash sitting in accounts
- Stake Black memberships
- Our simple brokerage fees
Transferring your ASX shares to Stake is paperless, fast and fee-free from our end.
It’s also another way to unlock free trades: when you transfer an ASX portfolio worth over A$1,000 to Stake, you’ll unlock $0 ASX brokerage for 12 months. T&Cs apply.
There’s a minimum investment of $500 (excluding brokerage) when buying into an ASX stock or ETF for the first time. 'Minimum Marketable Parcel’ of shares, or MMP – a requirement for CHESS sponsorship under an individual’s own HIN.
Start with $10 on us
Get $10 trading credit when you sign up and fund Stake AUS.
Plus, unlock a full U.S. stock when you fund Stake Wall St.
This is for information purposes only and is not a recommendation to invest in the securities listed. It does not constitute financial product advice. We recommend that you do your own research and consider your own personal financial needs, objectives and circumstances before making any investment decision. It may be appropriate to speak with a licensed financial adviser. No representation or warranty is made as to the timeliness, reliability, accuracy or completeness of the material and Stake does not accept any responsibility arising from errors in, or omissions from, the data.