Interactive Brokers Adds Ping An of China ETF to No-Fee Program

Interactive Brokers has added the Ping An of China CSI HK Dividend ETF to its no-fee trading program, letting eligible investors buy into Hong Kong Stock Exchange companies that pay steady dividends without extra costs. This move shows the companys focus on affordable investing options.

The ETF tracks the CSI Hong Kong Dividend Index, which includes 30 easy-to-trade stocks known for reliable dividend payments. It covers industries like finance, energy, and communications, giving investors a simple way to tap into Asias growing markets.

Steve Sanders, Executive Vice President of Marketing and Product Development at Interactive Brokers, said, “This new ETF helps our clients build diverse portfolios without high costs. Its a great addition for those looking to invest globally.”

The no-fee program now offers over 150 ETFs. U.S. clients using IBKR Lite can trade these without paying commissions. IBKR Pro clients get their commissions refunded if they hold shares for at least 30 days. This setup helps keep trading costs low and boosts long-term gains.

Interactive Brokers serves a wide range of clients, from individual investors to hedge funds and big institutions, with access to over 160 global markets. Its tech-focused platform makes trading, risk management, and research easier across different types of investments, using automation to stay efficient.

Big Gains in April 2025

Interactive Brokers shared its April 2025 performance data, highlighting strong growth in trading, client funds, and new accounts. The firm saw 3.818 million Daily Average Revenue Trades (DARTs), up 63% from April 2024 and 10% higher than March 2025. Client equity hit $588.1 billion, a 28% jump from last year and 3% more than the prior month.

The companys client accounts grew to 3.71 million, a 32% increase from April 2024 and 3% more than March 2025. Client credit balances reached $132.8 billion, including $5.0 billion in FDIC-insured sweep deposits, up 26% from a year ago. Margin loans totaled $58.2 billion, up 15% from last April but down 9% from March due to market shifts and seasonal trends.

Clear Trading Costs

Interactive Brokers stays open about its trading costs, sharing detailed stats for U.S. Reg.-NMS stock trades. The average commission per order was $2.75. Stock trades averaged 844 shares with a $2.16 commission. Equity options trades involved 6.4 contracts at $3.63 each, while futures trades averaged 2.8 contracts at $3.75, including all fees.

For IBKR Pro clients, the average U.S. stock trade in April was worth $21,455, with total costs (including commissions and execution fees) at 4.1 basis points, close to the 3.9 basis point average over the past year.

The firm handled 23.95 million Reg.-NMS orders, covering 11.8 billion shares and $513.8 billion in value. Total costs, including $52.7 million in commissions and $159.7 million in execution fees, were just 0.041% of the trade value.

Global Portfolio Success

The company‘s GLOBAL portfolio, based on a mix of ten major currencies, grew 0.96% in April and is up 1.715% for the year. This steady performance highlights Interactive Brokers’ strength in navigating global markets.

With its growing ETF options and solid April results, Interactive Brokers continues to lead as a trusted, low-cost, tech-savvy choice for investors worldwide, offering clear and efficient trading solutions.

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