Macquarie Online Trading Account
Access Australian shares, ETFs and managed funds at home or on the go.
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Must read: Macquarie Online Trading Closure
Macquarie Online Trading has stopped taking new applications as of 22 January 2025. All retail clients have been transitioned to Bell Direct and advised clients to Desktop Broker as of 22 February 2025.
Investment products available
- Australian shares. Access around 2,200 companies listed on the Australian Securities Exchange (ASX).
- Exchange traded funds (ETFs). ETFs can track commodities, bonds, indices or baskets of assets. You can trade Australian ETFs through the ASX.
- mFunds. These refer to unlisted managed funds settled using ASX operating rules. You can use your Macquarie Bank trading account to invest through the mFund Settlement Service, which allows you to easily diversify your portfolio.
Features of Macquarie Online Trading
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| Trading tools |
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| Research and education |
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| Available securities |
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| Customer support |
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Market data and research
Macquarie Bank trading account holders get access to the latest news from Dow Jones as well as the most up-to-date company information from Morningstar. You also get access to ASX quotes, watchlists, consensus research reports, company data and more.
Access your account on-the-go
Trading and monitoring your account is easy. You can do this online using a computer, smartphone or tablet. You can also trade over the phone.
Available markets
When investing in shares, you get to buy and sell shares listed on the ASX.
Integrated cash account
Macquarie Online Trading is integrated with the Macquarie Cash Management Account, giving you full visibility of your finances and easy access to your funds when you need it.
Ideal for SMSFs
The Macquarie Online Trading Account gives you detailed investment reports, which is helpful if you have a self-managed super fund.
Four trading levels available
You can choose between four market data packages, each offering various levels of market data and charting. These vary in price, and more details on each level can be found below.
Brokerage fees
Standard brokerage rates
| Online trading | Cost per trade: $19.95 or 0.12% (whichever is greater) |
| Phone trading | Cost per trade: $49.95 or 0.30% (whichever is greater) |
mFunds
| Per online application or redemption | $30 or 0.1% (whichever is greater) |
| Per over the phone application or redemption | $60 or 0.2% (whichever is greater) |
What trading levels are available?
The Macquarie Bank online trading account lets you choose from different market data packages. Services levels vary in accordance. The corresponding table shows details of your options.
| Market data package cost | ASX quotes | Market depth and detail | Watchlists | News and company announcements | Charting | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Silver | Free | 20-minute delayed | 20-minute delayed | 20-minute delayed | Live | 20-minute delayed |
| Gold | $10 per month | Live | Live | Live | Live | Live |
| Platinum | Up to $22 per month | Streaming | Streaming | Streaming | Streaming | Live |
| WebIRESS | $79 per month | Streaming | Streaming | Streaming | Streaming | Advanced content, real-time |
With the Gold package, you simply have to click to refresh market data and prices. If you go the Platinum way, you have to pay the $22 monthly fee upfront, accrued at 6.6 cents per minute. You get a refund of the unused portion at the end of the month.
How to sign up
If you’ve decided to open a Macquarie Online Trading account you can click the green “Go to Site” button on this page to go directly to Macquarie’s site where you can apply securely online. You can open a Macquarie online trading account as an individual, a joint account holder, a trust, a self-managed super fund, a company, a business, an incorporated association or an incorporated body.
You need to be over 18 years old and have an Australian residential address to open an account. Plus, you will be asked to verify your identity as part of the application process, which you can do using your driver’s license, passport and/or birth certificate. Macquarie will contact you if they require any extra details.
Once your identity is verified and your application is complete, you will get a Macquarie Online Trading account and a linked Macquarie Cash Management account opened in your name. You can now start trading.
Customer support
Existing Macquarie Bank online trading account holders can speak to a customer service representative over the phone, 8:30am to 6pm, Monday to Friday (AEST). You can also get in touch via email.All online trading account holders get access to after-market email watchlists and portfolio updates, consensus research reports as well as company data surrounding dividends, corporate actions and profiles. No matter which market data package you select, you can also get email and SMS alerts. New and seasoned traders can benefit by going through an array of online educational material.[/section]
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I have a Macquarie CMA account in my SMSF name, which I have had for 30 years. What do I need to do to open a Macquarie Trading platform to link with it. At the moment I am using Comsec
Hi Jeff, As you’re already a Macquarie customer, you should be able an account easily – contact Macquarie on 1800 013 034.
Please explain how to buy shares .Quantity?
Price?
Hi Barbara,
Thanks for your comment.
The price of a share is how much the public thinks that share should be worth. This is determined by the company, product/ service they are selling, the industry they are operating in and other factors including news.
The quantity of the shares to purchase will depend on how much you like the share, and your budget.
Please see our guide on buying shares online.
Best,
Jonathan
I am unable to open a Macquarie Prime account. It has been some considerable time since I last traded and we have been using our capital to expand our business. I notice that you have changed the method of accessing our bank account through mobile phones. What is the alternative for those who don’t use mobile phones or who live or work outside mobile phone range?
Hi Stan,
Thank you for your inquiry.
Macquarie Online Trading Terms and Conditions Updates recognised Electronic Communication, which is being conducted through internet, mobile device application or other means.
Usually, a confirmation email will be sent to you to ensure you are using current email address for any notifications. In the event that a confirmation has not been delivered, your confirmation receipt and other future communication will be mailed to your last registered address which is subject to relevant costs involved.
You may refer to Macquarie Online Trading – Terms and conditions or speak to Macquarie representative to discuss more details about mail correspondence.
Hope this helps.
Cheers,
Jonathan
I am Australian but have been resident in London for several years. Are there any platforms that are more suitable for non residents? I bank with CBA but the Comsec platform does not support non residents.
Thanks
Stephen
Hi Stephen,
Thanks for your question.
The ability to trade internationally would depend on the type of account you have.
For example, if you are living in London, you can continue to use a particular platform to trade shares. However, your account might dictate that you can only trade on domestic shares (Australian ASX market) using Australian currency.
We recommend speaking to your provider to find out which account allows you trade internationally or speak to a financial planner.
Regards,
Clarizza
I only want to buy 4 thousand shares what is simplest way?
Hi Michael,
Thanks for your question.
You can sign up for an online share trading platform and purchase your shares and compare share trading platform on our list of online brokers.
For Australian-listed companies, all trading is done through the ASX (Australian Stock Exchange). If you want to buy shares in companies based outside of Australia, you can read our comprehensive guide to international share trading.
Cheers,
Shirley