TradeStation
SEC-regulated US broker renowned for advanced charting and analytics
Platform Overview
TradeStation is an SEC-regulated US brokerage founded in 1982, now owned by Japan's Monex Group. It offers advanced charting tools, direct market access, and algorithmic trading capabilities across stocks, ETFs, options, futures, and crypto. The platform is popular among active traders for its professional-grade analytics and customisable trading strategies.
Company Information
- Registered Company Name
- TradeStation Securities, Inc.
- Brand Name
- TradeStation
- Headquarters
- United States
- Year Established
- 1982
- Parent Company
- Monex Group, Inc.
- Publicly Listed
- No
Transparency Signals
Strong transparency across key operational dimensions
No significant concerns identified
Trust Dimension Breakdown
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Regulatory Intelligence
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Regulatory References
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Regional Market Signals
Malaysia Market
Asia Pacific
Global Market
Regulatory Licenses
Internal Transparency
Transparency profile visualization
Trading Conditions
| Instrument | Spread |
|---|---|
| EUR/USD | N/A |
| GBP/USD | N/A |
| USD/JPY | N/A |
| XAU/USD | N/A |
- Commission
- $0 stocks/ETFs; $0.60/contract options; $1.50/contract futures
- Inactivity Fee
- $10/month (if under $2,000 and no activity)
- Deposit Fees
- None
- Withdrawal Fees
- $25 per wire transfer
- Withdrawal Processing Time
- 1-3 business days
Platform Infrastructure
Safety & Protection
Operational Details
- Supported Languages
- English
- Support Channels
- EmailPhoneLive Chat
- Payment Methods
- Bank TransferACHWire Transfer
Community Snapshot
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Platform Comparison
| Regulatory Tier | Tier 1 | Tier 1 |
| Transparency Signals | 9.5/10 | 9.5/10 |
| Minimum Deposit | $0 | $250 |
| Maximum Leverage | Up to 1:4 (margin) | Up to 1:200 |
| Spread Type | Commission-based | Variable |
| Execution Model | DMA | Market Maker |
| Year Established | 1982 | 1974 |
| Trading Products | 5 | 10 |
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