Stockbroker

usgb/ˈstɑːkbrəʊkər/
noun

A person who buys and sells shares and other securities for clients, usually for a commission.

John turned to his stockbroker to invest some money in the stock market.
Visual representation of "stockbroker" - A person who buys and sells shares and other securities for clients, usually for a commission.

Often appears as...

  • wall street stockbroker
  • full-service stockbroker
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Professional Role

A stockbroker is a licensed professional. You must contact one to trade stocks.

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I needed a professional's advice, so I called my stockbroker.
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Commission Based

Stockbrokers usually earn money through commissions, not just by giving advice.

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Every time I trade shares, my stockbroker gets a commission.
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Wall Street Image

Stockbrokers are often associated with Wall Street, which signifies high finance and investment.

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She dreamed of being a Wall Street stockbroker and working with the financial elites.
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