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"otc stocks are used for the normal stock trade. you can keep all your stocks close and spread them out for the maximum protection and necessities, it is great."

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How does one go about purchasing OTC traded stocks?

OTC traded stocks are generally unlisted stocks which trade on the Over the Counter Bulletin Board. A person may purchase OTC traded stocks online from websites such as Etrade and Scottrade.


Can you buy otc stocks in after hours?

Yes


Where can I go to get information on otc penny stocks?

I really don't know what otc penny stocks are but here is a website to help you figure out what they are and all the information you need http://pennystocksotc.com/


Where can a person obtain information regarding OTC stocks?

OTC stocks refers to Over The Counter stocks which are traded via a dealer network rather than a formal exchange such as NYSE, TSX, etc. More information can be found on Investopedia or Wikipedia.


Difference between otc market and primary market?

OTC Markets (over-the-counter) are basically penny stocks and they operate on the OTC exchange. If you're looking for micro cap stocks that's the exchange they're at. Primary markets basically house small to large cap stocks that have long passed the micro cap stage.


Where can I find a website with information on OTC stocks?

Bank websites have information on OTC stocks. For even better information, schedule an appointment with your bank to talk about it. Or hire an accountant. You can't do too much research with this sort of thing.


Can you trade a pink sheet stock?

Yes you can trade Pink Sheet stocks as well as OTC (over the counter) and Bulletin Board stocks.


Can market makers trade OTC stocks after hours?

Yes they can in the form of T-trades.


What are the best ways to purchase OTC stocks online?

There are lots of websites detailing information on how to buy and sell OTC online. To get some more info on OTC check out http://www.investopedia.com/ask/answers/06/buyOTC.asp


Where are stocks and bonds bought and sold?

2 ways. An Exchange (e.g. NYSE) which is a centralised market or Over-The-Counter (OTC) which is a decentralised market. Bonds usually trade OTC.


How many stocks are there in the us?

There are currently 8,696 stocks listed in the US 3,796 listed on the NYSE 2,788 listed on the Nasdaq 749 listed on the AMEX 1,363 on the OTC Bulletin Board


The Most Risky Stocks?

Some of the most risky stocks on the market are stocks known as otc penny stocks. The otc in this term stands for over the counter. These are a type of stock that is not traded on any index. They are simply traded between all investors involved in these particular types of stocks. Given all of this, you are going to want to carefully consider if this type of stock is right for you at all. It is okay to admit that it might not be. There are plenty of people who would feel uncomfortable trading in the over the counter market, and no one would blame you for feeling this way.