Buying stock can cost as little as thanks to modern brokerage features, though the total cost depends on the share price and any associated fees. Key Costs of Buying Stock

: This is the market value for one full share, which can range from under $10 to thousands of dollars.

: Many online brokers now offer $0 commissions for online stock trades. However, full-service brokers may still charge fees ranging from 1% to 2% of the transaction value.

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: Many platforms allow you to buy "slices" of a share for a set dollar amount (e.g., $1 or $5), even if the full share costs much more.