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Anonymous

14 Jan 2021

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General Investing

Just bought a stock at limit order price on Tiger Brokers. When I view my holdings, the amount is slightly higher?

Tiger broker newbie here. I read that it's the open position price. Why buy a stock for a lower price for it to reflect differently and makes the profit smaller?

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Kok Hong

14 Jan 2021

It's the average cost after including commission for the trade

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Billy

13 Jan 2021

Development & Acquisitions Manager at Real Estate Private Equity

Indeed as per what Chris mentioned. However, do also note that Sell-commissions are not included. The avg. Cost Price you see only includes the Buy Commission. So remember to factor that if you intend to sell at breakeven.

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Chris

13 Jan 2021

Owner and Writer at Tortoisemoney.com

The price in your holdings like reflects the commissions incurred as well. This would give you a mor...

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