Trading
Can I trade ETFs?
Exchange traded funds (ETFs) are a low-cost way to earn a return similar to an index or a commodity. They can also help to diversify your investments. You can buy and sell units in ETFs through Focus, the same way you buy and sell shares. How ETFs ...
Why can’t I see the market order that I just placed?
If you just placed a market order and you can’t find it on your latest activity, it is likely to have traded on Chi-X. Be sure to check your trading history, however please contact us urgently if you are unsure. If you have placed a ‘limit order’ ...
Why can’t I see all the orders in the depth?
The standard Marketech platform shows ASX and NSX data only. We do not currently display Chi-X data on our platform, however, we are likely to offer it in the future as an option. Your ASX order may still be sent to Chi-X in accordance with our ...
What is Closing Single Price Auction (CSPA)?
The Closing Single Price Auction is when the Integrated Trading System (ITS) matches off all orders where only overlapping buy and sell orders are executed. This occurs for one minute or so sometime between 4.10pm and 4.12pm AEST, approximately 10 ...
What is Chi-X?
Chi-X an established Securities and Derivatives exchange that is an alternative trading venue to the ASX. Your Marketech platform comes standard with ASX data, and Chi-X is likely to be offered as an option in the future. When your ASX order is ...
How do I amend the cost base?
For stock that has been transferred in from another broker or from SRN, it is possible to amend the cost base Click the icon at the top left of the screen. Enter your PIN and your portfolio will drop down. Includes: Your portfolio summary such as ...
Can I buy stocks on margin?
At this stage, margin lending is not a service we provide, however, we will be looking at providing different products and features in the future. Be sure to stay tuned to our mailing list for updates.
Can I trade options?
Listed company options can be traded and come through the standard ASX data feed on our platform. Not all listed companies offer options. Those that do can be distinguished by the 'O' added on to the stock ticker. Example: MHC is the regular ...
Is the practice account accurate?
The practice account doesn't always exactly simulate the live market all the time. The practice account is there so you can get a feel for where all the functions/features are and familiarise yourself with the platform.
How do I place a trade?
Placing trades with Marketech is easy! Watch a quick walk-through with sound here on how to place trades. How to make a trade 1. Select the correct account. Click on the icon in the top left-hand side of the screen to bring up the portfolio ...
What happens to the position of the order in the queue if the volume is modified?
An order that is amended in volume upwards will lose its priority in the depth queue. We recommend that you place an additional order if priority is important. It is possible to re-book an order at the end of the day, however, fees and charges may ...
What time does a ‘day-only order’ get purged
Day-only orders get purged daily at 18.50AEST
Corporate actions
Corporate actions, such as placements, rights issues, mergers, stock splits and dividends do not involve Marketech. The company and share registry will notify shareholders and send documentation detailing corporate actions and how to participate to ...
What is the paper trader account?
Marketech has included a practice account (paper trader) for you to use with the platform. This will give you an opportunity to familiarise yourself with the features of our platform and buy and sell shares before you set up your own account. We ...
How do I use Marketech Focus?
Watch a quick walk-through here or follow the steps as per below. How can I view my portfolio? Click the icon at the top left of the screen, enter your PIN and your portfolio will drop down. Where do I find the technical indicators? Click on ...
Trading icons
Within the Marketech Focus platform you will see a number of different icons next to the chosen stock’s price. The pre market/closing single price auction. The company has released news. The company has released news that is deemed ...
When will I receive the proceeds from the sale of my shares?
Proceeds from the sale of a stock or listed security are settled and transferred directly into your linked Macquarie CMA on T+2 (trade date plus two business days). However, sale proceeds are immediately included in the calculation of funds ...
When will I receive my shares?
Settlement of shares purchased occurs automatically two business days after a trade takes place. This time frame is commonly referred to as T+2.
Are shares purchased through Marketech CHESS sponsored?
Yes, all shares bought through Marketech are CHESS sponsored in your account name.
Do I need to have funds in my Macquarie CMA before I place an order?
Funds must be available in your Macquarie CMA before placing a BUY order as the order will not execute if there are insufficient funds. For funds to be available to trade, they should be available in your Macquarie CMA, as cleared funds, by close of ...
What is the difference between a "market" and "limit" order?
There are two fundamental execution options when buying or selling shares, you can place the order at market or at limit. At Market Orders: These transactions will execute as quickly as possible at the current market price. A SELL order will match ...
Is the data in your Fundamentals correct?
The fundamental data is supplied by a third-party data supplier and should be used as a guide only. It should not be relied upon in your investment decision and you may find the latest data in the company’s announcements or annual reports.
Can I have more than one watchlist?
Focus subscribers have access to unlimited stock watchlists. FocusLite users will have 1 x 10 stock watchlist.
Can I place conditional orders on Marketech Focus?
Please note: We offer conditional orders on the ASX for Focus subscribers only. Different scenarios Stop orders (or conditional orders) allow you to trigger a buy or sell order once a certain price event has occurred. Steps in the order: ...
Will I get charged brokerage for amending orders?
You will not get charged brokerage if you amend orders as long as the trade is not partially or fully filled.
What is the minimum trade value I can buy?
Minimum trade value The minimum marketable parcel you can place on our platform is $500 on new holdings (excluding brokerage) as per ASX and NSX rules as our users use their own HINs rather than a pooled account. If you already own shares say $1000 ...
Why is the ASX news delayed 20 minutes?
The ASX has put a premium on live news articles and at this time, is not feasible at the platforms current price point. However, this is a feature that we will look to add on in the near future.
Why is the platform not loading?
If you are experiencing any error messages, please keep in mind the following. Are you having any internet issues? Wi-Fi connections Eg. At work, can block personal websites that are non-related to work. Switch to your mobile network if you are ...
Can I change the colour of Focus?
You can change the colour theme of your platform by clicking the profile Icon here: Then select 'My details' from the drop-down menu: From this menu you can change the theme of your platform between Light mode, Dark mode and High Contrast mode, and ...
Where can I find the technical indicators?
Indicators can be easily accessed via the icon at the bottom left hand side of the chart. Here you will find several different indicators, a number of which are customisable. The current available technical indicators on the platform include: ...
How do I add a stock to my watchlist?
There are a number of ways to add a stock to your watchlist. Firstly, you can add a stock to your watch list by searching for the stock you wish to view and then clicking on the 3 dots next to the stock code in the search bar. From here you can ...
Can I short-sell?
The ASX has ruled that ‘naked shorting’ is illegal, but in some cases you can borrow stock to sell. When you buy it back (hopefully lower!) you repay the lender with that stock. Sadly, you can’t do that on Marketech anyway!
What stocks should I buy?
Marketech does not provide investment advice, research or stock recommendations to any of our customers, and must not be construed as providing recommendations in relation to any financial products. We hope you understand.