Webull provides a self‑directed brokerage platform that offers commission‑free trading of U.S. stocks, ETFs, and standard options, with low per‑contract fees for index options and access to futures, crypto, margin, and fractional shares. The service delivers real‑time market data, advanced charting, customizable analytics, and API connectivity across web, desktop, and mobile applications, all under SEC, FINRA, CFTC, and NFA compliance.
Funding
$1B 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
Retail and active traders often face high commissions, limited product access, and fragmented tools when using traditional brokerage platforms, which can increase trading costs and reduce efficiency.
Solution
Webull offers a self‑directed brokerage platform that provides commission‑free execution for U.S. listed stocks, ETFs, and options, while also supporting futures, crypto, margin, and fractional share trading. The service is delivered through web, desktop, and mobile applications that integrate real‑time market data, advanced charting, and customizable analytics. Account protection includes SIPC coverage and excess insurance, and the platform complies with SEC, FINRA, CFTC, and NFA regulations. By eliminating per‑trade commissions and leveraging alternative revenue streams, Webull enables cost‑effective, end‑to‑end trading for self‑directed investors.
Target Audience
The platform targets self‑directed retail investors, active day‑traders, and DIY portfolio managers—including those seeking IRA or retirement accounts—who require low‑cost access to a broad range of securities and advanced trading tools.
Features
- $0 commissions on stocks, ETFs, and standard options; $0.50 per contract fee for index options and $0.10 for oversized option orders.
- Integrated desktop, web, and mobile apps with real‑time Level 2 quotes, extended‑hours trading, and advanced charting tools (drawings, indicators, technical signals).
- Fractional share purchasing and recurring investment plans to enable precise portfolio allocation.
- Margin accounts and futures trading via a CFTC‑registered Futures Commission Merchant, with risk disclosures and compliance safeguards.
- Crypto trading of 70+ digital assets through a secure, in‑app exchange interface.
- Paper‑trading sandbox and AI‑driven “Vega” assistant for strategy testing and market sentiment analysis.
- SIPC protection up to $500 k (including $250 k cash sub‑limit) plus excess coverage through Lloyd’s of London underwriters.
- API‑ready infrastructure for algorithmic order routing and institutional connectivity.