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BEST STOCK BROKERS IN SINGAPORE

Looking to invest in local stocks on the SGX with confidence? This ranking highlights the most reliable stock brokers available for investors in Singapore, where transparency and strong regulation matter most. Each platform was evaluated for its security, user experience, fees, and customer support. Liquidity and execution speed were also key to ensure smooth trading in Singapore’s dynamic market. The brokers featured here help investors balance global accessibility with strict local compliance — ideal for managing equity portfolios safely and efficiently.

2025-10-30

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Ranking Methodology

To compile the ranking, we rely on a professional criterion that follows these steps:

We test the platforms based on several basic parameters (see list).
We test the platforms based on ranking-specific parameters.
We ensure the results are accurate (consistency and absence of outliers).
We verify on social media and forums that our parameters are socially sound and that no relevant negative reviews exist.
We present and publish the ranking.

Basic Testing Parameters for Apps Included in the Ranking

They allow accounts to be opened by local clients, meaning we exclude platforms not available in certain countries.
Regulatory compliance and security.
Transparency, reputation, and data protection.
Total costs (commissions, spreads, non-trading fees, deposits/withdrawals).
User experience (UX/UI), stability, and performance (uptime, latency).
Platform and tools (charts, alerts, backtesting, mobile, desktop, API).
Execution and liquidity (order quality, slippage, depth).
Customer support (languages, coverage, response times).
Education and resources (guides, research, demos, simulators).

Specific Parameters for the Equities Ranking

Access to domestic and international markets (NYSE, Nasdaq, LSE, etc.).
Fundamental and corporate data (dividends, splits, events).
Fractional shares and extended-hours trading (pre/after-market).
Routing and order execution quality (PFOF, smart routing).
Stock lending/short selling (availability, rates, location).
Advanced order types (OCO, bracket, stop-limit with triggers).
Custody fees, currency conversion, and position transfer.
Margin and financing rates (levels, requirements, calls).

Our ranking

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Ranking

# 1

eToro

eToro tops this ranking for stock trading thanks to its unique combination of zero-commission investing, social trading, and global market access. With over 40 million users worldwide across over 100 countries, eToro allows investors to buy and sell thousands of stocks (over 6,000) from leading exchanges like NASDAQ, NYSE, and LSE, while simultaneously fostering collaborative investing. Its flagship feature, CopyTrader, enables users to automatically replicate the portfolios of top-performing investors.The platform is strongly regulated by bodies such as the FCA (UK), CySEC (EU), ASIC (Australia), and FINRA (in the US), balancing accessibility with regulatory trust. It offers fractional share purchasing and real-time data, along with its thematic Smart Portfolios, which simplify diversification through expert-curated, pre-built portfolios. Its transparent fee structure (including zero commission for buying real stocks) and community-driven approach make eToro the leading platform for investors seeking both simplicity and social functionality, securing its #1 position in this segment.

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# 2

FxPro

FxPro is a global broker headquartered in Cyprus with offices in the United Kingdom, the Bahamas, and South Africa. Regulated by CySEC, FCA, and other authorities, it operates under a No Dealing Desk model with access to forex, stocks, indices, commodities, and crypto CFDs. With spreads starting at 0.3 pips and advanced platforms like cTrader, MT4, and MT5, FxPro is ideal for experienced traders seeking direct execution and powerful tools.

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# 3

XM is a global broker with over 10 million users, regulated in Australia, Cyprus, Belize, and the UAE, with an active presence in more than 190 countries. It offers more than 1,000 instruments including forex, stocks, indices, commodities, and crypto CFDs. Its low initial deposit, robust educational platform, and compatibility with MT4/MT5 make it ideal for beginner traders as well as more advanced operators.

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How to open an Investment Account

In Singapore, opening an investment account is straightforward once you’ve selected a provider. The process is the same whether you are investing in stocks, ETFs, bonds, crypto or real estate.

Go to the provider’s website: Click “Open account” or “Get started”.
Fill in your details: Name, email, phone and country. You’ll need an NRIC, FIN, or passport plus proof of address, such as a SP Group utilities bill or a recent bank statement (within 3 months).
Approval: Some accounts are opened instantly, others in a few days.
Set preferences: Adjust account risk settings once approved.
Fund account: Deposit by card, bank transfer, or PayNow/GrabPay.

You can then start investing.