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

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

1. NVIDIA Corp (NVDA)

2. Tesla, Inc. (TSLA)

3. Micron Technology Inc (MU)

4. Ondas Holdings Inc. (ONDS)

5. Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company Ltd. (TSM)

6. Sandisk Corporation (SNDK)

7. Microsoft Corp (MSFT)

8. Palantir Technologies Inc.  (PLTR)

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

10. Alphabet Inc Class C (GOOG)

11. ProShares UltraPro QQQ (TQQQ)

12. Alphabet Inc Class A (GOOGL)

13. Invesco QQQ Trust (QQQ)

14. Advanced Micro Devices, Inc. (AMD)

15. Amazon.com, Inc. (AMZN)

16. Vanguard 500 Index Fund ETF (VOO)

17. iShares Bitcoin Trust ETF (IBIT)

18. Broadcom Inc. (AVGO)

19. iShares Silver Trust (SLV)

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

21. Lumentum Holdings Inc.  (LITE)

22. SoFi Technologies Inc. (SOFI)

23. Intel Corporation (INTC)

24. Apple Inc (AAPL)

25. Oracle Corporation (ORCL)

A More Seamless and Personalized App Experience Starts Here

We’re excited to introduce the latest update to our mobile app—built with one clear goal in mind: improving the way you interact with your investing tools every day. By focusing on speed, clarity, and personalization, this update reflects our long‑term commitment to delivering a platform that continues to evolve with your needs.

New Display Preferences & Retro Theme 

You can now customize your up/down colors, including a “red‑up, green‑down” option. A new Retro Theme has also been added to the interface. 

Update Your Address Effortlessly 

You can now update your physical address directly under Account → Personal Profile, making account maintenance simple and convenient. 

24/7 In-App Customer Support 

Help is available whenever you need it—whether through our smart virtual assistant or by connecting instantly with a live agent. 

More Intuitive Navigation 

• Cleaner balance tab layout 

• Overall performance enhancements 

Built With Your Experience in Mind 

Every improvement in this update is driven by user feedback and our commitment to delivering a platform that feels reliable, intuitive, and modern. We’ll continue enhancing your experience and look forward to bringing you more updates soon. 

Disclaimer:
Firstrade is an online brokerage platform for self-directed investors. It does not provide investment, financial, legal, or tax advice. All investments involve risk, and past performance is not indicative of future results. Options trading has additional risks and not suitable for all investors. Diversification cannot assure a profit or protect against loss in a declining market. Investors should carefully consider their objectives, costs, and associated risks, as losses may exceed the principal invested. Options trading privileges are subject to approval. Review the Characteristics and Risks of Standardized Options brochure before trading options. Any securities mentioned in the image are for illustrative purposes only. Firstrade Securities Inc is a registered member of FINRA and SIPC. For more information, visit https://www.firstrade.com.

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

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

1. Tesla, Inc. (TSLA)

2. Ondas Holdings Inc. (ONDS)

3. NVIDIA Corp (NVDA)

4. Micron Technology Inc (MU)

5. Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company Ltd. (TSM)

6. Sandisk Corporation (SNDK)

7. Intel Corporation (INTC)

8. Microsoft Corp (MSFT)

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

10. Broadcom Inc. (AVGO)

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

12. ProShares UltraPro QQQ (TQQQ)

13. Palantir Technologies Inc.  (PLTR)

14. Advanced Micro Devices, Inc. (AMD)

15. Invesco QQQ Trust (QQQ)

16. iShares Silver Trust (SLV) 

17. Vanguard 500 Index Fund ETF (VOO)

18. Netflix, Inc. (NFLX)

19. Alphabet Inc Class C (GOOG)

20. Apple Inc (AAPL)

21. Alphabet Inc Class A (GOOGL)

22. Rocket Lab Corporation (RKLB)

23. Meta Platforms Inc (META)

24. Oracle Corporation (ORCL)

25. Oklo Inc. Class A (OKLO)

Backdoor Roth IRA for Small Business Owners: A Smart Strategy (and How to Do It at Firstrade)

As a small business owner, your income can be “lumpy”—some years are good, some are great. A strong year can limit your ability to contribute directly to a Roth IRA, which can feel frustrating when you’re trying to save more for the future.

The Backdoor Roth in 30 Seconds
A backdoor Roth isn’t a special account—it’s a two-step method:

• Step 1: Make a nondeductible contribution to a Traditional IRA.

• Step 2: Convert those dollars to a Roth IRA.

This approach can be useful because Roth conversions are generally permitted regardless of income, even when direct Roth contributions are limited by income.

Business Owner Watch-Out: The Pro-Rata Rule
If you have Traditional IRA money elsewhere—including SEP or SIMPLE IRAs—those balances can make part of a conversion taxable under the IRS pro-rata rules. In plain English: even if your new contribution is after-tax, your conversion may be partially taxable if you have pre-tax IRA money elsewhere. The IRS looks at your total IRA balances for the year when determining the taxable portion of a conversion.

Mind Your Tax Bracket
A Roth conversion can increase taxable income for the year. For business owners, timing matters because income can swing based on profit, deductions, and year-end planning. Converting “just enough” to fit your overall tax plan is a common approach—but it’s worth modeling with a tax professional.

Plan Ahead: The 5-Year Rules
Roth IRAs have multiple “5-year rules.” Depending on your age and what you withdraw (contributions vs. converted amounts vs. earnings), taking money out too soon can trigger taxes and/or a 10% early distribution penalty. If there’s a chance you’ll need these funds in the next five years—especially if you’re under 59½—get advice before converting.

Ready to Do a Backdoor Roth at Firstrade?
Are you ready to move ahead and start maximizing your retirement savings? Follow this link to get started!

What is the process of Backdoor Roth Conversion at Firstrade?

• You need two IRA accounts: a Traditional IRA and a Roth IRA (both available at Firstrade). Don’t have an IRA account at Firstrade yet? Click here to open IRA accounts.

• Deposit funds into your Traditional IRA account.

• Complete Firstrade’s Roth IRA Conversion Form and upload it online or send it to Firstrade.

• Firstrade will process your request, and you’ll be set.

Final reminder: Backdoor Roth contributions are more complicated than a standard Roth contribution. If you have multiple IRAs or you’re uncertain about pro-rata taxation and the tax impact of a conversion, it’s wise to work with a qualified tax professional to avoid costly errors.

Important disclosure: This article is for general educational purposes only and isn't tax or legal advice. Small business retirement accounts can change the tax results of a Roth conversion. Consider consulting a qualified tax professional before acting.

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

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. Ondas Holdings Inc. (ONDS)

4. Broadcom Inc. (AVGO)

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

6. Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company Ltd. (TSM)

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

8. Micron Technology Inc (MU)

9. ProShares UltraPro QQQ (TQQQ)

10. Alphabet Inc Class A (GOOGL)

11. Alphabet Inc Class C (GOOG)

12. NuScale Power Corporation (SMR)

13. Oracle Corporation (ORCL)

14. Invesco QQQ Trust (QQQ)

15. Netflix, Inc. (NFLX)

16. Vanguard 500 Index Fund ETF (VOO)

17. iShares Bitcoin Trust ETF (IBIT)

18. Palantir Technologies Inc.  (PLTR)

19. Bitmine Immersion Technologies, Inc. (NVDL)

20. Rocket Lab Corporation (RKLB)

21. Intel Corporation (INTC)

22. CoreWeave, Inc. (CRWV)

23. Advanced Micro Devices, Inc. (AMD)

24. Astera Labs, Inc. (ALAB)

25. SoFi Technologies Inc. (SOFI)