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Stockbrokers play a critical role because all trades in the Philippine Stock Exchange have to be done through a broker. That’s why getting a good broker is as essential as making the correct investment choices. There are dozens of companies offering stock brokerage services in the Philippines. We summarize below 12 of the most popular online stock brokerage firms in the country. In the table below, we compare the broker’s commission, the minimum amount needed to open an account, and funding options offered by each broker.

What are stocks? Stocks represent your share of ownership in a corporation. As a stockholder, you are considered a part-owner of the company. As part-owner, this means you have various rights in the company — including the right to vote the company’s Board members, the right to receive dividends, the right to inspect the books and financial records of the company, and the right to take part in the residual distribution of income, among others. How do I make money from stocks?