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TradeZero America has lowered its minimum short-selling price threshold from $0.50 to $0.25. Stocks priced at or above $0.25 may now be eligible for short selling, subject to borrow availability, margin eligibility, account requirements, and risk controls.

TradeZero America Lowers Minimum Short Price Threshold to $0.25

TradeZero America has lowered its minimum short-selling price threshold from $0.50 to $0.25. Stocks priced at or above $0.25 may now be eligible for short selling, subject to borrow availability, margin eligibility, account requirements, and risk controls.

May 28, 2026
The $25,000 Day Trading Minimum Is Gone. Here's What It Means for You.

The $25,000 Day Trading Minimum Is Gone. Here's What It Means for You.

The SEC has eliminated the Pattern Day Trader rule. Starting June 4, 2026, the $25,000 minimum equity requirement and the PDT designation itself will no longer exist. TradeZero America will be ready on day one.

April 24, 2026

The SEC has approved a rule change to remove the current Pattern Day Trader (PDT) framework

The SEC has approved a rule change to remove the current Pattern Day Trader (PDT) framework, and FINRA has now issued the Regulatory Notice confirming the implementation timeline. The new rule will become effective on June 4, 2026.

April 23, 2026
TradeZero is Now Available on TradingView

TradeZero Is Now Available On TradingView

We’re pleased to announce that TradeZero is now integrated with TradingView, providing access to advanced charting tools and analytics.

July 3, 2025
Image shows a number of TradeZero staff as they celebrate TradeZero's six year anniversary in the USA.

TradeZero America Turns Six

In 2019, we launched with a simple idea: empower retail traders with the same tools the professionals use. Six years later, that idea has become a movement. Today, we celebrate more than an anniversary — we mark a milestone in making active trading smarter, faster, and more accessible.

April 25, 2025
Important Change Regarding How TradeZero Charges For Overnight Borrow (Onb) Fees

Important Change Regarding How TradeZero Charges For Overnight Borrow (ONB) Fees

TradeZero is changing its method of billing overnight borrow fees to be in line with how the fees are charged by our clearing firm. We believe this should lead to lower net overnight borrow costs and a savings for our clients.

March 28, 2025
Master The Markets Risk-Free: Discover TradeZero’s Paper Trading Experience

Master The Markets Risk-Free: Discover TradeZero’s Paper Trading Experience

Ever wanted to test your trading skills without the pressure of risking your own money? At TradeZero, we’ve made it simple to start your trading journey. With our free paper trading account, you’ll have $1,000,000 in virtual funds and access to professional trading tools—all designed to help you refine your strategies in a risk-free environment.

March 5, 2025
TradeZero Single Use Locates

How TradeZero’s Single Use Locates Help You Stay Compliant and Cost-Effective

Single Use (SU) Locates, are newly introduced Locates for Reg SHO threshold securities. Offering a more affordable alternative to Pre-Borrows (PB), they are ideal for traders looking to minimize costs while staying fully compliant with SEC regulations.


September 12, 2024
Short Margin Requirements For Low Priced Stock

Short Margin Requirements For Low Priced Stock

TradeZero America (“TZA”) strives to make equity and options trading transparent.That is why we go the extra mile to inform our clients of any...

August 2, 2024
How To Use Trailing Stops On TradeZero

How To Use Trailing Stops On TradeZero

You can now set trailing stops on both ZeroPro and ZeroMobile, allowing you to better manage your trades and protect your profits.

July 12, 2024