Stocks

Fractional Shares

Fractional shares let you own less than one full share. If a stock costs $500, you can buy $50 worth (0.1 share). Brokers like Robinhood and Fidelity offer fractional investing, making expensive stocks accessible.

Example

Buy $25 of Amazon instead of a full share at $150+.

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