Enjoy some of the lowest and most competitive options trading costs for active traders.
*LIMITED TIME OFFER*
Open an account today using promo code "OPTIONS" and receive a discounted rate of $.40 per contract!
Lightspeed offers extremely competitive Options Pricing while simultaneously providing cutting-edge trading software known for Lightning Fast execution speed. Something any active trader needs in fast markets. Experience the Lightspeed Advantage and Join the Home of Professional Traders today.
For more information contact our sales team at [email protected], or call us at 1-888-577-3123
Enjoy discounted commissions when you meet the minimum monthly trade volume
Per Contract Rate
Monthly volume
$0.20
Over 100,000 contracts
$0.25
Over 50,000 contracts
$0.35
Over 10,000 contracts
$0.45
Over 2,000 contracts
$0.50
Over 500 contracts
$0.60
Under 500 contracts
Trade options on a trading platform built for sophisticated, active traders who demand high performance, advanced order management solutions, and more.
Benefit from some of the lowest margin rates in the industry. Based on published rates, March 2022.
Take advantage of the Options Academy for videos, articles, and helpful tips to trade options.
Options trading has a reputation for being extremely speculatory, but there are plenty of option trading strategies that are potentially appealing for investors that have a low-risk tolerance.
Many people who want to take the next step in their trading turn to options. Options can be a great way to hedge downside, control more capital with less risk, or make a speculative play.
The first step in becoming a world-class chef is to learn how to read a recipe. When it comes to being a successful options trader, it all starts with being able to read and understand an option chain.
Take advantage of our full range of products, trading tools, and features
Our flagship trading platform offers complete customization and unique order management flexibility.
Margin rates as low as 5.00%. Margin interest varies based on the size of the debit balance.
Choose from bundled and individual options for non-professionals and professionals.
Commissions: Accounts under $15,000 will be subject to a $25 monthly minimum commission fee, minus any actual commissions charged in the prior month. Lightspeed Trader and Sterling Trader Pro - a minimum commission charge will be applied to any order of less than 100 shares. The charge is equal to the per-share rate * 100. Eze EMS (formerly RealTick) - minimum commission of $3.00 will be applied to any order. Lightspeed Web & Mobile - minimum commission of $4.50 will be applied to any options order. Per-share equities pricing is not available on Lightspeed Web & Mobile. All routing fees/rebates and regulatory fees are charged separately.
Active Trader Commissions: Active Trader rates are not automatically applied to any account and do not automatically adjust based on monthly volume. You must contact us to request any rate changes. Rebates will not be issued for past activity. All rates are subject to ongoing review and may be increased if the client fails to meet the trade/share thresholds listed above. All stock/ETF pricing listed on this page applies to listed equities only. Option pricing assumes customer priority status.
Commission structure does not apply to Sterling Vol Trader customers, click here for Sterling Vol Trader pricing.
*Limited Time Offer Terms & Conditions:*
*Offer only available to those that have not held an account at Lightspeed within the previous calendar year. Offer only applies to the Lightspeed Trader platform. Offer begins upon notice of account approval. Cannot be combined with other offers or discounted rates. Routing fees apply. Market data fees apply. Initial funding requirement of $25,000 applies. Trade Minimum of $0.5 applies. Must open account using promo code "STOCKS" to qualify for limited time equities pricing offer. Must open account using promo code "OPTIONS" to qualify for limited time options pricing offer. Cannot combine promo code "STOCKS" and "OPTIONS". Only NASDAQ, AMEX, and NYSE listed stocks, and listed options contracts, are eligible. Does not apply to non-exchange listed stock, i.e. OTCBB and Pink Sheets.
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