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One dollar at a time: The potential of fractional shares

Thng Xiao Xiong
Thng Xiao Xiong • 3 min read
One dollar at a time: The potential of fractional shares
Fractional shares have revolutionised the concept of dollar-based investing by enabling investors to own portions of big-name stocks. Photo: Bloomberg
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In today’s fast-paced world, young investors are presented with an array of opportunities to secure their financial future. However, the thought of investing can often seem daunting, particularly for those with modest capital who may believe the myth that a large capital is required to start investing.

Yet, it is precisely these young individuals who stand to gain the most by adopting the dollar-cost averaging investment strategy over longer time horizons.

By lowering the barriers to entry and emphasising the importance of consistency and incremental investments, this approach empowers individuals to embark on their wealth-building journey a dollar at a time.

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