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Charles Schwab vs Fidelity

Trusted US giant, $0 stock trades Fidelity: Zero-fee index funds pioneer.

Comparison of Charles Schwab, Fidelity: pricing, ratings and key facts
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Best forLong-term US-index investors.US residents and returning NRIs.
Mutual funds
IPO
US stocks✓ Supported✓ Supported

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Charles Schwab: strengths & weaknesses

What we like

  • $0 stock/ETF trades
  • Deep research

Watch out for

  • NRI onboarding friction

Fidelity: strengths & weaknesses

What we like

  • Zero-fee index funds
  • $0 trades

Watch out for

  • Limited access from India
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