In times of higher inflation, equity investments show a higher net effect than fixed income instruments.
STRATEGY TO BEAT INFLATION
Local
Stockbroking
Stockbroking
Description
This is the core business of Bourse Brokers Limited. Because of our independent status, we continue to be the preferred stockbroking house of many institutional and individual investors. Our local equity research team is also recognized by many as unbiased and the best in the country.
What is Stockbroking?
Stockbroking is essentially the process of buying and selling stocks, shares, and other such securities on behalf of clients. Stocks represent a share of ownership in a corporation.
LIQUIDITY
Stocks on the exchange can be sold thus making cash readily available.
WEALTH CREATION
There is a potential for wealth creation through capital appreciation and dividend income.
SUPERIOR RETURNS
Over the medium to long term, shares tend to provide a higher return in comparison to deposits, bonds and other fixed income instruments.
DIVERSIFICATION
You can select shares from different companies, sectors and geographical regions thus spreading your risks.
Service
Specifics
What is the minimum amount to get started?
$10,000TT
Open an
Account
The following documentation are required to open an account:
- Company Incorporation Documents
- Proof of company registered address (most recent annual return)
- Proof of company mailing address (no older than 3 months e.g. utility bill, bank or credit card statement)
- Proof of address for each director, corporate secretary and beneficial owner (no older than 3 months e.g. utility bill, bank or credit card statement)
- Two forms of valid ID for each signatory, director, corporate secretary and beneficial owner
- Proof of income (company financial statements for the last 3 years e.g. audited financials)
*Additional documents may be requested if necessary
Frequently Asked
Questions
A client must open a Brokerage account with a registered stockbroker (like Bourse), and with the TTCD (which the broker facilitates), before they can buy or sell shares/equities/securities.
- 5% on the first $50,000
- 25% on $50,000- $100,000
- 1% over $100,000.
There are two ways for the shareholder to benefit: (i) by capital gains (through the appreciation of the stock’s value), and (ii) with dividends which are payments made periodically by companies (if company earns profits).
Payments are made directly to your Bank account.
Stock prices can be volatile (upwards or downwards), due to either the company’s own performance, or external factors in the wider national economy.
An account can be opened jointly with a primary holder and a maximum of 3 other joint holders.
An order can be placed with the broker by phone, in person, or via e-mail.
There is also an online option for Orders facilitated by the TTSE.
TTSE Online Trading
Platform
Description
Bourse is pleased to offer the Trinidad and Tobago Stock Exchange Online Trading Platform (TOP) self-trading facility.
Features Include
Reduced commission rate
Self-placement of trades for local equities
Viewing of transaction history, cash balances & portfolio holdings
Access to TTCD E-statements using the same login credentials
Requirements
First-time, minimum investment of $10,000 TTD
Pre-funding of accounts for purchases
Standard account opening documentation
Disclaimer
Important information concerning the investment goals, risks, charges and expenses is contained in the prospectus, which is available at any Bourse Securities office or at www.bourseinvestment.com. Investors should carefully consider this information before investing. Performance is subject to variation and is likely to change over time. Past performance should not be treated as an indicator of future performance.