If you want to start investing in stocks or mutual funds, using a smartphone app is a practical option. Here, we compare and explain the features of six apps suited to beginners and how to choose among them.
What are the benefits of using stock and mutual fund apps?
With an app, you can trade without being limited by time or location. Many apps also offer educational content for beginners and automated trading features, helping lower the barrier to getting started with investing.
What are the features of the 6 recommended apps?
トラノコ
A spare-change investing app. You can invest from 5 yen in 1-yen increments. You can choose from three courses focused on stability, balance, or returns, and you can also invest using nanaco points or ANA miles.
TradingView
A chart analysis app used by traders around the world. It stands out for its wide range of drawing tools and indicators and its intuitive usability.
My投資信託
An information app that lets you check mutual fund, stock price, and foreign exchange information for free. Its comparison tools and ranking displays support choosing the most suitable fund.
マネックストレーダー株式 スマートフォン
A high-function stock trading app. Orders, information checks, and stock management can all be handled in one place. It supports real-time stock price updates and list management for up to 900 issues.
SMBC日興証券アプリ
You can check stock indexes, foreign exchange, and interest rate trends, and it is notable for its high level of chart customization. Up to 100 stocks and mutual funds can be registered.
ネオモバ株アプリ
Its "ひとかぶIPO" feature, which lets users apply for IPOs in single-share units, is especially appealing. Its unique allocation methods, including youth benefits and ongoing trading benefits, also expand opportunities for people in their 20s and 30s.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q. What is the difference between investing through apps and investing through securities company branches?
Apps have the advantage of lower fees and the ability to trade at any time. If you need face-to-face consultation, it makes sense to use branch services as well.
Q. What is the difference between mutual funds and ETFs?
Mutual funds are traded once a day at the net asset value, while ETFs can be bought and sold in real time. ETFs also tend to have lower fees.
Q. Can app-based investing and real estate investing be combined?
Yes, they can. Ideally, you would diversify into financial products through apps while building stable assets through real estate.
