How to Buy Walmart Stocks Online
Walmart is a popular discount retailer, with many stores throughout the United States. Walmart is traded on the New York Stock Exchange and NASDAQ, under the WMT symbol. Walmart offers investors the opportunity to purchase stock direct through its transfer agent. If you already have a trading account, you can purchase Walmart stock through your stockbroker.
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Buying Walmart Stocks Online
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Log on to walmartstores.com. This is Walmart's website. In the top menu bar, click on the "Investors" link. You'll be provided with information about Walmart stock, such as historical price and dividends paid to investors. Answers in the frequently asked questions section may clarify some issues, such as how to sell and transfer Walmart stock.
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Request a prospectus and an enrollment form. You can do so by logging on to www.computershare.com. You are provided with an 800 number as well, in case you prefer conducting your business with a live representative.
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Select "United States" to specify the country of the company stock you'll be purchasing. Walmart is located in the United States. The page you see provides access to resources for buying stock, downloading forms, and managing your existing shares. Click the "Buy Stock Direct" button from the options on the right side of the page. Type the ticker symbol, "WMT," for Walmart, or type the company name in the search box. You'll be given information regarding Walmart stock. Walmart direct stock purchase plans require a minimum $250 investment, or 10 consecutive transactions of $25 or more.
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Click the link under the plan summary heading to learn more details about Walmart's direct stock purchase program. Take note of the maximum amount you can invest each year, which is $150,000. Notice the various fees associated with your stock purchase, such as the cash purchase fee.
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Click the "Buy now" link. You're prompted to enter the company name or ticker symbol, and your social security number or tax ID. Include your name, address, email address, and telephone number. Fund your purchase by providing information such as your bank account and routing number. After your account is set up and your stock purchase is funded, you'll be able to buy and sell Walmart stock online at www.computershare.com.
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