Trading Overview
Trade Stocks, ETFs, Options, Futures, and Futures Options
Lightspeed clients have the confidence to pursue opportunities using stable, reliable, and powerful technology built for high-volume, low-latency trading.
Powerful trading platforms
Trade on platforms optimized for active and professional stock and options traders
Advanced order management
Access routing destinations plus sophisticated order customization
Order execution
We pride ourselves on delivering consistently reliable trading platforms to execute your trades
Traders need a reliable partner when the
market moves fast and in times of high volatility
Stock traders demand speed, reliability, and flexibility. Our platforms deliver,
and our team of experts is eager to help you along the way.
Stocks and ETFs
Stock traders demand speed, reliability, and flexibility. Our platforms deliver, and our team of experts is eager to help you along the way.
Options
Milliseconds matter to options traders, especially during times of high volatility. That’s why we provide technology built for high-volume, low-latency options trading.
Futures and Futures Options
We offer futures trading with superior and customized service to accommodate the needs of our customers. It is not just something we talk about; it's something we deliver every day.
Featured trading platform
Lightspeed Trader Pro
Our flagship trading platform is for active and professional traders looking
for reliability, performance, and speed.
Sophisticated trading features
Advanced pinpoint accuracy for order routing and management
Advanced customization
Create a fully customized experience tailored to your exact needs
Market insights
Tap into the latest analytical data in real-time with trade reporting
Simple, transparent pricing
We're committed to providing superior service at a highly competitive price. Active traders can qualify for deep monthly volume discounts by meeting volume thresholds.
Active Trader Commission
Qualify for commission discounts
Active traders who meet monthly trading volume thresholds can qualify for deeply discounted commissions
*Updated pricing only applicable for new accounts opened after (03/01/2024)
Current clients can reach out to [email protected] to update pricing
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Commissions: Accounts under $15,000 will be subject to a $25 monthly minimum commission fee, minus any actual commissions charged in the prior month. Lightspeed Trader and Sterling Trader Pro - a minimum commission charge will be applied to any order of $0.50 on any of the discounted per share commissions. Eze EMS (formerly RealTick) - minimum commission of $3.00 will be applied to any order. Lightspeed Web & Mobile - minimum commission of $1 will be applied to any options order. Per-share equities pricing is not available on Lightspeed Web & Mobile. All routing fees/rebates and regulatory fees are charged separately.
Active Trader Commissions: Active Trader rates are not automatically applied to any account and do not automatically adjust based on monthly volume. You must contact us to request any rate changes. Rebates will not be issued for past activity. All rates are subject to ongoing review and may be increased if the client fails to meet the trade/share thresholds listed above. All stock/ETF pricing listed on this page applies to listed equities only. Option pricing assumes customer priority status.
Commission structure does not apply to Sterling Vol Trader customers, click here for Sterling Vol Trader pricing.