Buying American ETF's

PTGooner

Hi

does anyone know any reputable online brokers that sell Amercian ETF's?

thanks

Mr_Mumble

If you mean an ETF that invests in US shares then Barclay's Ishares S&P 500 ETF (ticker: IUSA) should be available from any online broker.

If you mean ETFs actually listed in the US then you'll need a broker who allows investing in the US market.

TDWaterhouse:
Their Trading Plus account is probably the simplest way to invest directly in the US. Though, there have been complaints about high currency conversion costs.

E-Trade
There is a link on the UK homepage for investing in US shares. Don't know anymore and the website doesn't give much detail.

Charles Schwab:
You need $10,000 to open this account. Preferred by the folks at fool.co.uk for the customer service.

Internaxx:
Ultimately run by TDWaterhouse but this is a pan-European brokerage run for expats so a good alternative for those who move between countries.

You'd need to fill in the "W-8BEN" form before trading US shares.