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ACAT 1% Match Cash Bonus – Limited-Time Transfer Promotion

From September 2, 2025 to September 30, 2025, Firstrade will offer a 1% Match Cash Bonus for new Firstrade Brokerage Accounts that transfer eligible assets via ACATS during the promotion period.

From September 2, 2025 to September 30, 2025, Firstrade will offer a 1% Match Cash Bonus for new Firstrade Brokerage Accounts that transfer eligible assets via ACATS during the promotion period.

How It Works:

  1. Open an Account – Use the promotion page to open a new Individual, Joint, or Custodial Firstrade Brokerage Account.

  2. Transfer Your Assets – Move $5,000 or more in Net Qualifying New Assets from another institution via ACATS.

  3. Earn Your Bonus – Receive 1% of your transferred assets, up to $10,000, as a cash bonus credited directly to your account.

Additional Details:

  • Transfers must be initiated within the promotion period to qualify.

  • Mutual Funds and Fixed Income products are excluded from the bonus calculation.

  • Net Qualifying New Assets are calculated based on eligible inflows minus outflows during the promotion period.

Learn More or Start Your Transfer

This promotion is available for a limited time. For full details and Terms & Conditions, please refer to the promotion page.

If you have questions, our 24/7 customer service is available—visit our Contact Us page.

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Strengthening Your Account Security with Device Monitoring

We’re excited to share that our newest security feature – Device Monitoring – is now available on both web and mobile app. 

At Firstrade, protecting your account is always our top priority. We’re excited to share that our newest security feature – Device Monitoring – is now available on both web and mobile app.

With Device Monitoring, you can keep track of all devices that have logged into your account in real time. If you notice any unfamiliar or suspicious activity, you can immediately remove those devices and safeguard your account with just a few clicks.

To get started on Web:

  1. Log into your account on web

  2. Navigate to Accounts → Profile → Security

  3. From here you can manage your devices and remove as needed

To get started on Mobile:

  1. Please update your app to the latest version from the app store

  2. Log into your account on mobile

  3. Navigate to Account → Security → Manage Devices

  4. From here you can manage your devices and remove as needed

Strengthen Your Account Security

While Device Monitoring adds an extra layer of protection, we also recommend enabling Two-Factor Authentication (2FA) for maximum security. You’ll find this option under Accounts → Profile → Security → Two-Factor Authentication.

Your security matters to us, and our support team is available 24/7 if you need assistance.

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Coming Soon: Firstrade’s Overnight Trading Service – Your New Flexible Trading Option!

Firstrade is set to launch its overnight trading service in Q1 2025, giving users the ability to trade over 1,200 select U.S. stocks and ETFs five days a week, 20 hours a day—from 8:00 AM ET to 4:00 AM ET the next day. Wherever you are, you’ll have the freedom to respond to global market shifts and manage your trading strategies with ease.

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Overnight trading is now live! Please visit our Overnight Trading page for more details on how Firstrade clients can place overnight trades.

Firstrade is set to launch its overnight trading service in Q1 2025, giving users the ability to trade over 1,200 select U.S. stocks and ETFs five days a week, 20 hours a day—from 8:00 AM ET to 4:00 AM ET the next day. Wherever you are, you’ll have the freedom to respond to global market shifts and manage your trading strategies with ease.

This new service is part of Firstrade’s commitment to expanding your investment opportunities. With robust research tools and responsive support, you’ll have comprehensive resources at your fingertips to navigate market movements confidently. We understand the fast-paced nature of global markets, and these enhancements are here to help you capture each opportunity as it arises.

Once fully available, the overnight trading service will enable you to trade during hours that suit your schedule, wherever you are. The phased rollout will be accessible on both the Firstrade platform and mobile app, making it even easier to stay active in the market.

Want to know more? Stay tuned for updates or visit firstrade.com for additional details!

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Top 25 Most Traded Stocks & ETFs by Investors at Firstrade in July

Here’s the full list of top favored stocks and ETFs among Firstrade investors in the last month:

1. Tesla Inc (TSLA)

2. NVIDIA Corp (NVDA)

3. Direxion Daily TSLA Bull 2X Shares (TSLL)

4. Circle Internet Group (CRCL)

5. Advanced Micro Devices, Inc. (AMD)

6. Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company Ltd. (TSM)

7. Direxion Daily Semiconductor Bull 3X Shares (SOXL)

8. Oscar Health, Inc. (OSCR)

9. Palantir Technologies Inc. (PLTR)

10. UnitedHealth Group Incorporated (UNH)

11. ProShares UltraPro QQQ (TQQQ)

12. SoFi Technologies Inc. (SOFI)

13. Apple Inc (AAPL)

14. iShares Bitcoin Trust ETF (IBIT)

15. Robinhood Markets, Inc. (HOOD)

16. CoreWeave, Inc. (CRWV)

17. Oklo Inc. Class A (OKLO)

18. Alphabet Inc Class A (GOOGL)

19. Hims & Hers Health Inc. Class A (HIMS)

20. ProShares UltraPro Short QQQ (SQQQ)

21. Direxion Daily Semiconductor Bear 3X Shares (SOXS)

22. Invesco QQQ Trust (QQQ)

23. Vanguard 500 Index Fund ETF (VOO)

24. Alphabet Inc Class C (GOOG)

25. Coinbase Global Inc (COIN)

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With gratitude and pride – cheers to VNL 2025

Firstrade is proud to have served as the premier sponsor of the 2025 FIVB Volleyball Nations League – Texas Arlington stop. It was an honor to stand alongside fans and athletes in celebrating this world-class event filled with passion, determination, and the true spirit of competition. 

Firstrade is proud to have served as the premier sponsor of the 2025 FIVB Volleyball Nations League – Texas Arlington stop. It was an honor to stand alongside fans and athletes in celebrating this world-class event filled with passion, determination, and the true spirit of competition. 

As the Arlington leg of the tournament comes to a successful close, we extend our sincere congratulations to the teams advancing to the finals — China, Germany, and the United States. Every match was a remarkable display of skill, teamwork, and perseverance, highlighting the strength and resilience of these incredible athletes. 

For us, this sponsorship represents more than just a partnership — it marks a meaningful milestone in our journey of growth alongside our customers. We’re proud to share this moment with you and invite you to celebrate it with us. 

Looking ahead, we remain committed to delivering more value, more opportunities, and more memorable experiences — together.

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