How to Invest in GM Stocks

There are many ways to invest money. One of the most common is investing in stocks. The most common way to buy and sell stocks is with a brokerage account, although some companies allow for the direct purchase of shares via a dividend reinvestment program, or DRIP. GM stock is no exception.

Difficulty: Moderate

Instructions

1. Research General Motors (GM) stock by reading the most recent SEC filings.

2. Visit the Investor Relations website of GM to make sure you understand all of the current news, releases, and events regarding GM stock.

3. Determine how you would like to purchase GM stock. A market order purchases shares at whatever the current price is when the order is entered. A limit or stop order may be used to provide additional control over the price per share.

4. Determine how many shares you would like to purchase.

5. Multiply the number of shares you would like to purchase by the price per share you anticipate. This will be the total purchase price plus any commission charges. Ensure that there are sufficient funds available in your account (or sufficient margin availability).

6. Enter your order. If you have an online brokerage account, you may be able to enter your order online. If not, you will need to call and speak with your broker or brokerage representative.

Tips & Warnings

• Do not leave a voicemail to execute your trade. Trades cannot be executed from voicemail.

Resources

• GM Investor Relations
• SEC: U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission