International Equities

Stock brokers can help you trade international equities as well as Australian-based equities, and international stock markets present unique opportunities to invest in the world's biggest companies. There are many different ways stock brokers can recommend investing internationally, and each method comes with its own considerations.

While you can invest directly in international stock markets, forex concerns, rules and regulations and accessibility of information can make this a challenging affair. Not all stock brokers will provide this service.

However, there are simplified ways to invest in international equities, and you can even do so through the ASX. To trade international shares on the ASX, look at some of the ETF (Exchange-Traded Funds) available. These trade just like any other share on the ASX, but provide international exposure.

Your stock broker may also recommend a trading tool known as CFDs to trade international equities. While you will no longer be trading over a stock exchange, there are several reputable market makers and CFD brokers on the Australian market with a broad access to international indices and companies through CFDs.

CFDs come with their own potential risks and benefits, so make sure you understand CFD trading before making any financial commitments with your investment capital. If you are interested in international equities, talk to a stock broker about your international trade options.