Use a Broker Designed Specifically for Active Traders – You Deserve It.
CenterPoint Securities offers a powerful suite of tools and services designed specifically for active traders who demand nothing short of the best.
New Account Promotion
50% Off Commissions & Locates
for 60 Days
Enter promo code “CPTRADER50” during the account application process.
Experience the Real Difference For Yourself
The Real Deal – A Real Support Team, Real Executions, and Real Control of Your Trading.
CenterPoint Securities provides you with institutional-level executions, locates, and service. This will give you the edge needed to be the best trader that you can be.
Reliable Trading Platform
Advanced Trading Tools
Rapid Order Executions
Support You Can Count On
See for yourself – take advantage of our current promotion to get up to 50% off commissions and locates for 60 days.
New Account Promotion
50% Off Commissions & Locates
for 60 Days
Enter promo code “CPTRADER50” during the account application process.
Incredibly Powerful Trading Platform
CenterPoint Securities offers a state-of-the-art day trading platform that is built for speed and power.
Fast and Reliable
Real-Time Data
Advanced Charting
Streaming Level 2
Direct Order Routing
Advanced Order Types
Built-In Scanners
Hot Keys
And More!
Direct Market Access
CenterPoint Securities offers Direct Market Access (DMA) sponsored routes that give you control over your order flow.
Faster Order Executions
DMA gives traders the rapid order executions they demand. Orders skip the delays of standard retail executions and reach their destinations unimpeded.
Improved Fills
Direct Market Access gives traders control over their order flow, resulting in improved execution rates, faster fills, and better fill prices.
Multiple Routing Options
CenterPoint clients have access to over 30 routing options. Route directly to market makers and ECN’s or choose one of our smart routes.
Industry-Leading Short Inventory & Locates
Our clearing firm offers an extensive easy to borrow list and has an industry leading securities lending team with decades of experience. This further places CenterPoint as a top competitive choice for traders who rely on shorting as a major part of their trading strategy. Never miss a trade…
Extensive Easy-to-Borrow List
Unrivaled Access to Hard-to-Borrow Locates
Locate Discounts Up to 30%
Integrated Locate System (In-Platform)
Why Traders Choose CenterPoint
Direct Market Access Routes
Improved order executions
ECN Rebates
Commission rebates when adding liquidity with select ECN’s
30+ Order Routing Options
Direct routes, ECNs, and smart routes
Pre-Market & After Hours Trading
4AM-8PM EST for CP Clients
Unrivaled Short Locates
Powered by our securities lending team
Extensive ETB Lists
Approximately 8,000 symbols daily
Advanced Trading Platform
DAS Trader Pro
Powerful Mobile Platform
iDasTrader available for Android and iOS.
Per-Share Commissions
Efficient for scaling in and out of positions
Competitive Options Rates
As low as $0.20/contract
Tiered Commission Structures
Discounts for highly active traders
Unparalleled Support
Phone support, email support, and online resources
New Account Promotion
50% Off Commissions & Locates
for 60 Days
Enter promo code “CPTRADER50” during the account application process.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the account minimum?
Our current account minimum is $50,000.
What account types does CenterPoint offer?
CenterPoint offers individual, joint, and corporate accounts.
Do you accept foreign accounts?
We accept most foreign accounts. Please contact us for details.
Why don’t you offer free commissions?
You’ve probably heard the expression “nothing in life is free,” and zero-commission trading is no different. You get what you pay for. When brokers offer zero-commission trading, they do not simply eat the cost of commissions. Instead, they monetize your order flow, which may result in slower executions and subpar fill prices. While you save on commission fees, you may end up paying more overall.
Do I need a specialized trading broker?
Specialized trading brokers, such as CenterPoint Securities, are not for everyone. Our firm caters specifically to active traders who value quality order executions, advanced trading tools, and access to resources you won’t find at traditional brokers. If you place trades daily or weekly, you will likely benefit from a specialized trading broker. If you invest for the long-term, most traditional brokers will be adequate for your investing style.
What is Direct Market Access?
Direct Market Access (DMA) allows traders to route their orders directly to the market. When you place an order at a non-DMA broker, your order is first routed to the broker before being sent to market. The broker acts as a middleman, which can lead to slower executions, missed trades, and subpar fill prices. DMA gives traders more control over their order flow, resulting in faster executions and better fill prices.
Does CenterPoint enforce the Pattern Day Trader Rule?
Is my trading account insured?
Ready to Get Started?
Ready to become a CenterPoint trader? Start your account application today or take our industry-leading platform for a 14-day test drive.
Promotion Details
– Offer valid for new accounts opened after February 2022 only (cannot be combined with any other promotional offer or discount)
– Offer valid for new clients only
– Discount applies to the base commission rate and locate fees
– Please review our pricing page to fully understand commissions and fees