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Choose from 10 curated Exchange Traded Funds (ETFs) to match your interests and goals.
You can start investing with as little as $50. Each investment up to $1000, costs just $2, with no ongoing account fees.
Set up automatic fortnightly or monthly investments to grow your portfolio gradually and consistently.
You can open an account in about 5 minutes in the CommBank app. Simply log in, tap the ‘Investing hub’ tile from your app dashboard or Library and select ‘Pocket ETFs’.
Exchange Traded Funds (ETFs) trade on the stock market like individual shares. They let you invest in a group of companies, assets or industries in one simple trade. This can help you spread your risk, as you’re not relying on the performance of just one company.
CommSec Pocket ETFs simplifies investing by providing 10 curated ETF options based on themes like technology, sustainability and top Australian companies. It can also makes investing more accessible with a minimum investment of $50 and low brokerage fees of just $2 per trade (for trades up to $1000*).
It’s important to understand the associated risks such as market risk (ETF values can fluctuate), liquidity risk (buying and selling can be hard during volatile periods), performance risk (returns may differ from the underlying index).
Ten themed ETF options to choose from.
Invest in Aussie companies that encompass both values-based and environmental, social and governance (ESG) investing screened by the provider.
Balance your portfolio with a defensive selection of around 50 different Aussie corporate bonds.
Invest in the 200 largest companies on the ASX.
Gain access to around 30 Aussie companies known for paying strong dividends.
Get exposure to around 8,000 companies listed on over 60 global exchanges to obtain a globally diversified equities exposure.
Invest in 100 of the largest companies globally.
Access over 800 companies in the world’s fastest growing economies.
Invest in medical innovation with around 100 companies in the Global Healthcare sector.
Get exposure to a diversified portfolio of global stocks identified as "Climate Leaders”.
Gain exposure to around 100 of the largest tech innovators and non-financial companies on the NASDAQ.
When you trade through the app, you’ll pay $2 each time you invest or sell up to $1,000.
Trades over $1,000 are charged at 0.20% of the trade value. For example, a $1,100 trade will cost you $2.20 ($1,100 x 0.20%).
Late settlement fee of $10 may apply if at time of settlement there are insufficient funds.
You may be eligible to open a CommSec Pocket account if you:
A settlement account is a linked bank account used to manage the money going in and out of your trading account. When you buy or sell shares, a process called T+2 settlement takes place where ownership of the shares is exchanged for money between the buyer and seller. This occurs on the second business day after the trade takes place. See ‘Am I eligible?’ FAQ for eligible settlement accounts for CommSec Pocket.
With CommSec Pocket you could start investing with as little as $50 at a time. You can make a one-off investment, or set up regular investments to build your portfolio steadily over time.
There is no need to maintain a certain investment balance.
You’re investing in an Exchange Traded Fund (ETF). ETFs are traded on a stock exchange like listed shares.
You’ll need to apply online for a CommBank transaction account – this normally takes about 5 minutes. Sign up now
Once you have signed up, simply log into the CommBank app, select ‘Investing hub’ from your dashboard or App Library, and select Pocket ETFs.
You can use the CommBank app to trade and manage your CommSec Pocket account. To view your portfolio in the CommBank app Simply log in, and tap the ‘Investing hub’ tile from your app dashboard or Library.
Each CommSec Pocket ETF is invested differently and has its own risk and return profile. Performance will depend on how market factors impact underlying holdings i.e. The COVID-19 pandemic had negative impacts on multiple industries generally i.e. travel sector, however certain sectors such as pharmaceuticals had strong growth with increased demand of vaccines and medicines. Be mindful however that past performance is not a good or reliable indicator of future performance.
Educational content in the Investing hub on the CommBank app and on commbank.com.au can help you understand investing and make informed decisions.
If you are looking for technical support you can message Ceba in the CommBank app or call 13 22 21.
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Commonwealth Securities Limited ABN 60 067 254 399 AFSL 238814 (CommSec) is a wholly owned but non-guaranteed subsidiary of the Commonwealth Bank of Australia ABN 48 123 123 124 AFSL 234945 and a market participant of ASX Limited and Cboe Australia Pty Limited (formerly Chi-X Australia Pty Ltd), a clearing participant of ASX Clear Pty Limited and a settlement participant of ASX Settlement Pty Limited.
This information is not advice and has been prepared without taking into account your objectives, financial situation or needs. You should consider its appropriateness for your circumstances. Investing carries risks. The value of your investment may go down as well as up. The minimum allowable size of your investment is subject to fluctuations in ETF unit prices. Brokerage is charged at $2 per trade, for trades up to $1,000 and 0.20% for trades above $1,000. You can view the CommSec Pocket Terms and Conditions, Best Execution Statement and Financial Services Guide and should consider them before making any decision about these products and services. Please consider the PDS for each ETF prior to making an investment decision. To operate a CommSec Pocket account, you’ll need an eligible CommBank transaction account.
*Trades over $1,000 are charged at 0.20% of the trade value.
The following accounts are eligible for CommSec Pocket:
CDIA, Streamline Basic, Cash Management Call Account, Cash Investment Account, Smart Access, Complete Access, Cheque A/c Not Bearing Interest, Cheque A/c Bearing Interest, Private Banking Account, Premium Business Cheque Account, Accelerator Cash Account, Everyday Offset Account
CommSec Pocket is free to download however your mobile network provider may charge you for accessing data on your phone. CommSec Pocket terms and conditions are available on the app. CommSec Pocket is available for compatible iOS (iOS version 11+) and Android (operating system 5+) devices.
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The CommBank app is free to download, however your mobile network provider charges you for accessing data on your phone. Find out about the minimum operating system requirements on the CommBank app page. Terms and conditions are available on the app. NetBank access with NetCode SMS is required
