How to buy Meta Platforms (formerly Facebook) shares in Australia

Learn how to easily invest in Meta Platforms shares.

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Key takeaways

  • Meta is an internet content and information business which has sticks in the US on the NASDAQ.
  • To buy shares in Meta you'll need a trading platform which allows US trades. Compare foreign exchange and other trading fees.
  • Review Meta’s valuation metrics like its P/E and PEG ratios before investing to understand whether the stock is over- or under-valued.

How to buy shares in Meta Platforms

  1. Compare share trading platforms. To buy shares in a company listed in the US from Australia you'll need to find a trading platform that offers access to US stock markets. Look for a platform with low brokerage and foreign exchange fees.
  2. Open and fund your brokerage account. Complete an application with your personal and financial details, which will typically include your ID and tax file number. Fund your account with a bank transfer, credit card or debit card.
  3. Search for Meta Platforms. Find the share by name or ticker symbol: N/A. Research its history to confirm it's a solid investment that matches your financial goals.
  4. Purchase now or later. Buy today with a market order or use a limit order to delay your purchase until Meta Platforms reaches your desired price. To spread out your risk, look into dollar-cost averaging, which smooths out buying using consistent intervals and amounts.
  5. Decide on how many to buy. At last close price of N/AN/AN/A42.2002, weigh your budget against a diversified portfolio that can minimise risk through the market's ups and downs. You may be able to buy a fractional share of Meta Platforms, depending on your broker.
  6. Check in on your investment. Congratulations, you own a part of Meta Platforms. Optimise your portfolio by tracking how your stock — and even the business — performs with an eye on the long term. You may be eligible for dividends and shareholder voting rights.

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