What is the difference between the CommSec CdiA and another account?
The Commonwealth Direct Investment Account (CDIA) is a cash management account specifically designed for CommSec share traders. It allows you to trade and invest when and where it suits you. CDIA features include:
What does CommSec stand for?
Jun 29, 2020 · The CDIA for CommSec is a cash management account specifically designed for CommSec share traders, allowing you to trade, save and transact, when and where it suits …
Why should I move to Commsec?
Nov 03, 2021 · What is a CDIA? A CDIA functions like a transaction account, but with some key differences. You can use it to fund trades on CommSec, make regular transactions, and …
What is a CdiA account (CdiA)?
The CDIA is a cash management account for CommSec, allowing you to settle trades, save and transact all from one account. Your CDIA is linked to your CommSec Trading Account for …
Should I use CommSec CDIA?
Whats the difference between CDIA and own account?
The biggest difference between using the CommSec CDIA account and another account is the brokerage fees.
What is the difference between CDIA and CommSec shares?
Does CDIA earn interest?
How do I cancel my CDIA account?
How do I open a CommSec CDIA account?
What is a CDIA account?
The Commonwealth Direct Investment Account (CDIA) is much like any other transaction account except that it’s designed to let you trade CommSec shares. In order to settle trades via an online share trading platform, you’re required to have a linked cash management account.
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What is a CDIA account?
The Commonwealth Direct Investment Account (CDIA) is the preferred cash management account for CommSec share traders - with it you can seamlessly settle trades, transact and earn tiered interest based on your account balance.
When do we recognise balances in CDIA?
We automatically recognise balances in your CDIA when you place an order, which means you can place a buy or sell order as soon as you see an opportunity, without the need to transfer funds or provide a deposit.
Features & benefits
Link your CDIA to our CommSec Trading Account to enjoy lower brokerage costs and the convenience of settling trades without the need to transfer between accounts.
Rates & fees
No fee applied for CDIA accounts linked to CommSec Trading Account, or SMSF option.
Things you should know
The target market for this product can be found within the product’s Target Market Determination, available at commbank.com.au/tmd.
What is the trade date on a stock?
The trade date (known as T) – the date when your order trades on the market. The settlement date (known as T+2) – when money is exchanged for ownership of the investment. When you buy shares or other securities, there must be enough money in your settlement account on the second business day after your order has traded.
What happens if you don't pay for your shares?
Generally, you’ll need to transfer the required funds or BPAY the outstanding amount, and then notify us. If you don’t pay for your shares before the final due date, you could be charged a late settlement fee.
