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Why invest in equities

  • To participate actively in the markets

    Because you track the progress of the markets and the economy, and you want to shape your portfolio accordingly.

  • To exploit the potential for higher returns

    Provided you have a long-term investment horizon and recognise that you assume a greater investment risk.

What you need to know about equities

Find out what equities are and how to choose those matching your investment profile.

Investing in the equity of a company

When you buy equities or shares of a company, in essence you are buying a share of that company. That is, you become a shareholder.

Trading in organized markets

The stock exchange is an organized market where investors can buy and sell financial instruments, such as shares, derivatives, bonds etc.

Prices change daily depending on the demand and supply of every financial instrument, and may be affected by the course of the company itself, the expectations for its future path and the developments in the economy in general.

 

What are the potential benefits

  • You earn profit and increase your capital, if the share price goes up and you sell your shares.
  • You create a potential source of income if the share distributes dividend.

What are the usual risks

  • The value of your investment depends on market fluctuations, and the dividend is not fixed or certain.
  • You risk losing a significant part of your capital if you need to sell when the share price goes down.
  • You risk losing up to the entire investment if the company goes bankrupt.

Affordable, long-term investment option

Investing in shares offers the option for higher returns, but entails several risks. You can mitigate risk if you:

  • Maintain a diversified portfolio – The more varied the selection of shares in your portfolio is the less likely it is to suffer great loss from an individual share.
  • Invest with a long-term horizon – Over time you have more room to take corrective measures and chances that the market will recover increase.
  • Choose shares carefully – The share price must correspond to the value of the company, its outlook and the economy it is active in. Study the financial information, read research insights and listen to the experts.
  • Are prepared for a bear market – Markets may exhibit intense fluctuations. It is important that you don’t start selling at low prices due to panic.

Find the right shares for you

Before choosing to invest in shares, ask yourself:

  • What are my goals – What do you want to achieve in 1, 3 or 5 years? Are you looking for capital gains or a regular income?
  • How much risk am I willing to assume – Which countries or markets do you want to invest in? Does the company you selected have good financial results? What is the company’s outlook? What is your investment horizon? 
  • How much can I invest – What are your sources of income? Do you have any savings for times of need?
  • How do I choose shares – Can you carry out market and equity analysis? Are reports you find online sufficient enough for you? Do you need professional guidance?

Invest in shares

Based on your needs, profile and goals.

Online through ALPHATRADE

Gain access to stock markets on the go from your computer, mobile or over the phone.

Log in with your e-Banking credentials, carry out trading transactions and get market information on the go.

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Participate in public offerings

Subscribe to public offerings of shares and bonds issued by large companies, organisations and banks, by appointment at any branch or through ALPHATRADE.

Look for the prospectus you’re interested in and get all the information.

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Find useful documents

Download the documents concerning all the investments.

Guide to alternative investments

Examples of transaction cost in financial means

Pre-contractual information for the provision of investment services (MiFID II)

Need help?

We’ve put together useful information to find whatever you may need.

With questions about investments

Look through the FAQs about investment products and find all the answers you need.
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With information about MiFID

Find documents and information about the EU Markets in Financial Instruments Directive (MiFID I and II).
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With economic research

Find out more about the progress of international markets and the economy on a national and global level.
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