Interactive Brokers Expands Zero-Commission Trading to Singapore

08/12/2025 – 10:00 PM

Singapore Residents Can Trade US Stocks and ETFs Around the Clock with No Commissions and No Platform or Settlement Fees

GREENWICH, Conn. – Interactive Brokers (Nasdaq: IBKR) is making a splash in the Singaporean investment scene. The brokerage giant announced today the launch of its IBKR Lite pricing plan in Singapore, offering local investors a tantalizing proposition: commission-free trading of US stocks and ETFs around the clock.

The move positions Interactive Brokers to directly challenge the traditional brokerage model, where “zero commission” often comes with hidden fees. IBKR Lite boasts true cost transparency, eliminating commissions, platform fees, settlement fees and account minimums. In essence, Singaporean investors gain easy, cost-effective access to the US markets, mirroring a trend already disrupting the US brokerage landscape.

IBKR Lite won’t be the only arrow in Interactive Brokers’ quiver. It complements the existing IBKR Pro plan, which leverages IB SmartRouting℠ technology designed to optimize trade execution. Clients have the flexibility to switch between the two plans, tailoring their trading strategy to their specific needs. Both options unlock access to IBKR’s suite of platforms, tools and global market reach.

“We’re pleased to bring zero-commission US stock trading to investors in Singapore,” stated Yujun Lin, CEO of Interactive Brokers Singapore. “With IBKR Lite, clients benefit from cost-effective access to the US markets, with zero commissions and no platform or settlement fees. This gives Singaporean investors yet another way to utilize IBKR’s transparent and powerful platform, and this launch reflects our continued commitment to offering the best value and trading experience globally.”

Here’s what Singaporean investors can expect from IBKR Lite:

Zero commissions on US stocks and ETFs, around the clock, 5 days a week
No platform or settlement fees, ticket charges, or account minimums
Transparent, low commissions on options, futures, and mutual funds
Participation in the Stock Yield Enhancement Program to earn income on fully-paid shares
Competitive interest on uninvested cash balances and low margin loan interest rates

But the perks don’t stop there. Singapore-based investors gain access to:

Access to 160+ global markets across stocks, options, futures, currencies, bonds, and funds
Trading and funding in up to 28 currencies, including the Singapore Dollar (SGD)
Use of IBKR Desktop and IBKR GlobalTrader, modern platforms optimized for global investing
Overnight trading on 10,000+ US stocks and ETFs — trade during Asian hours even when US markets are closed
Fractional shares to invest flexibly with small cash balances
Recurring investments to automate long-term strategies
AI-powered news summaries for faster, informed decision-making

The launch of IBKR Lite in Singapore marks a significant move, likely to intensify competition within the region’s online brokerage space. It remains to be seen how incumbents will respond to this aggressive play by Interactive Brokers.

Interactive Brokers has consistently earned recognition as a top broker, garnering multiple awards and accolades from respected industry sources such as Barron’s, Investopedia, Stockbrokers.com, and many others.

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Interactive Brokers Expands Zero-Commission Trading to Singapore