Introduction to Stocks | Gate
What is Gate Stocks?
Gate Stocks is a traditional financial stock trading service offered by Gate.
Users can trade U.S. stocks and ETFs directly with USDT on the Gate platform, without needing to open a separate brokerage account or manually convert to USD.
This product is available to users who meet the platform's eligibility requirements and supports buying, selling, position management, and transaction record queries during regular U.S. stock market trading hours.
Differences Between Gate Stocks and Traditional Stock Trading
Gate Stocks is designed for the same trading scenarios as traditional brokers when it comes to buying, holding, and selling U.S. stocks and ETFs: you can buy or sell by share or amount, experience gains or losses as market prices fluctuate, and corporate actions like cash dividends, stock splits, and reverse splits are reflected in your account according to the rules. The overall experience is consistent with traditional U.S. stock trading; the main differences are in shareholder status, trading hours, account settlement, and some trading features.
| Comparison Item | Traditional U.S. Stock Trading | Gate Stocks Description |
|---|---|---|
| Nature of Trading | Same | Buy, hold, and sell U.S. stocks and ETFs, bearing the corresponding price fluctuations |
| Tradable Assets | Same | Stocks and ETFs from major exchanges such as NASDAQ and NYSE (subject to platform listings) |
| Trading Method | Same | Trade by share or amount; only buy and sell are supported, short selling and margin trading are not currently available |
| Corporate Actions | Same | Cash dividends, stock splits, and reverse splits are processed based on holdings and reflected in your stock account and transaction history |
| Shareholder Status | Different | Shares are not registered in your personal name , no voting rights or other traditional shareholder privileges |
| Trading Hours | Different | Orders can only be placed during regular U.S. market hours; traditional brokers may also offer pre-market and after-hours trading |
| Funding & Account Opening | Different | Trade and settle in USDT; manage assets within your Gate Stock Account with no need to open a separate USD brokerage account |
How to Start Trading
Step 1: Access Stocks
You can access the Stocks page via the TradFi category, market entry, or by searching.
Step 2: Transfer Funds
Transfer USDT from your Spot Account or Unified Account to your Stock Account.
Step 3: Place Orders During Market Hours
Select the asset you want to trade during market hours and submit a market order to buy or sell.
Step 4: View and Manage Positions
View your purchased stocks and manage your positions on the stock homepage or the candlestick trading page.
Corporate Actions and User Rights
- Gate accesses U.S. stock assets through an Omnibus Introducing Broker (Omnibus IB) model with compliant brokers. All end-client assets are aggregated into a single omnibus account at the clearing firm, which only sees the overall net position of the introducing broker, not the details of each client. Gate is responsible for customer identification and order processing for each client.
- Corporate actions such as cash dividends, stock splits, and reverse splits are handled according to platform rules and reflected in your stock account and transaction history.
- Users do not hold shares in their own name within the traditional stock registration system and do not enjoy voting or other traditional shareholder rights.
Fees and Settlement
- Trading fees are charged as a percentage of the transaction amount based on your VIP level, and the fee rate is the same as spot trading.
- Actual fees and transaction results are subject to your transaction history records.
- Settlement is in USDT. Direct stock withdrawals are not currently supported; only USDT deposits and withdrawals are available.
Risk Warning
- Price fluctuations may result in gains or losses. Please carefully assess your risk tolerance.
- Orders cannot be placed outside of trading hours. Please pay attention to the trading schedule.
- During periods of high market volatility, the execution price may differ from the price you see when placing your order.
- Product features, rules, and fee rates are subject to change. Please refer to the latest announcements and information displayed on Gate for updates.
Disclaimer
The content provided herein is for reference and educational purposes only and does not constitute any financial, investment, trading, or legal advice, nor does it constitute an offer or solicitation to buy or sell any digital assets. Gate makes no express or implied representations or warranties regarding the accuracy, completeness, or timeliness of the information contained herein. Product features, interfaces, rules, and fee structures may be updated or adjusted at any time. Please refer to the latest announcements and the actual information displayed on the Gate platform for the most accurate details.
Digital asset investments involve significant risk, and prices may fluctuate substantially. You may lose the entire amount of your investment. Please make decisions cautiously based on your own financial situation and risk tolerance after fully understanding the associated risks. If necessary, you are advised to consult an independent professional financial or legal advisor.
For more information about potential risks, please refer to Gate's Risk Disclosure and User Agreement.
