To start investing in the stock market, you need to follow a few basic steps:
1. Choose a financial intermediary
To trade on the stock market, you need to do so through an authorised intermediary (such as a bank or broker), which will be responsible for placing your buy and sell orders in the market.
2. Open a securities account
A securities account is where the shares or other financial instruments you purchase are held and safeguarded. Through this account you will be able to manage your investments.
3. Link your securities account to a current account
This account is used to carry out the financial transactions related to your investments, such as depositing the money needed to buy shares or receiving the proceeds from sales, dividends or other returns.
4. Seek professional advice
The support and expertise of an intermediary or financial adviser can help you make more informed investment decisions.