Provides a fractional investing platform that allows users to buy shares in NZ, US, and Australian markets with no minimum investment, starting from just $5. It simplifies access to diverse investment options, including stocks, ETFs, and managed funds, while offering tools like auto-invest, kids accounts, and personalized KiwiSaver portfolios to support long-term financial growth.
Funding
$67.3M raised to dateRaised to date based on public sources. This may differ from the amount the company actually raised and is based only on what is publicly available on the internet.
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Product
Problem
Traditional investment platforms often have high minimum investment requirements, limiting access to the financial markets for individuals with smaller amounts of capital. This can exclude many potential investors from participating in wealth creation opportunities and diversifying their portfolios.
Solution
Sharesies provides a fractional investing platform that enables users to invest in NZ, US, and Australian markets with no minimum investment thresholds, starting from as little as $5. The platform simplifies access to a diverse range of investment options, including individual stocks, ETFs, and managed funds, allowing users to build a diversified portfolio regardless of their initial investment amount. Sharesies also offers tools such as auto-invest, which allows users to automate their investments, and Kids Accounts, which enable parents to start investing for their children. Furthermore, Sharesies provides access to KiwiSaver portfolios, offering a comprehensive solution for long-term financial growth.
Target Audience
Sharesies primarily targets retail investors, including beginners and those with limited capital, who seek accessible and diversified investment opportunities in the NZ, US, and Australian markets.
Features
- Fractional share investing, allowing users to buy portions of shares in NZ, US, and Australian companies and ETFs
- No minimum investment, enabling users to start investing with as little as $5
- Access to over 8,000 stocks across multiple exchanges (Nasdaq, NYSE, CBOE, ASX, NZX)
- Auto-invest feature for automated, recurring investments
- Kids Accounts for parents to invest on behalf of their children
- KiwiSaver scheme with a range of base funds and self-select options
- Savings accounts with competitive interest rates and no minimum deposits
- AI-powered search tool to discover investments and gain industry insights
- Educational resources, including articles, podcasts, and investor journeys