What it is
Public offers US investors stocks, ETFs, treasuries, bonds, options and crypto with fractional shares, a social feed of investor commentary and interest on cash, and does not sell order flow on stock trades.
Who it suits
US investors who want a broad multi-asset app with a community layer.
Regulation and protection
Broker-dealer regulated by the SEC and FINRA.
How it charges
Commission-free stock and ETF trades; fees on options, bonds, crypto and the premium tier; interest paid on uninvested cash.
Getting started
Sign up in the app, verify identity, fund and choose assets; join the social feed if you wish.
At a glance
- Stock commission
- Commission-free
- ISA / tax wrapper
- IRA (US)
- Fractional shares
- Yes
- Crypto
- Yes
- Headquarters
- New York
- Founded
- 2019
Strengths
- Wide asset range including bonds and treasuries
- No payment for order flow on stocks
- Fractional investing
Watch for
- Premium tier for advanced data
- Some assets carry fees
Readers ask2 questions answered
How does Public make money without order flow?
From optional tipping, a paid premium tier, interest on cash, securities lending and fees on some assets such as bonds and crypto.
Is Public available outside the US?
Primarily US residents; a UK product has been announced in the past but check current availability.
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