: Enter the number of shares. Unlike Vanguard ETFs, individual stocks typically cannot be bought in fractional/dollar amounts; you must buy at least one full share.

: Select "Buy & sell" from the menu or "Transact" on the mobile app.

: Check the estimated cost and hit "Submit". 3. Key Fees & Fine Print Can You Buy Individual Stocks on Vanguard: Complete Guide

: Choose between a taxable account (for flexible goals) or an IRA (for tax-advantaged retirement).

: Your uninvested cash sits in a "settlement fund" (like the Vanguard Federal Money Market Fund), often earning competitive yields while you wait to trade. 2. How to Place a Trade

Buying individual stocks on Vanguard is possible with for U.S.-listed stocks. While known for index funds, Vanguard's brokerage platform allows you to trade specific companies like Apple or Tesla directly. 1. Account Setup & Funding

: Type the company's symbol (e.g., "AAPL" for Apple). Choose Order Type : Market Order : Buys immediately at the current price. Limit Order : Buys only if the stock hits a price you set.

: Link a bank account to transfer money. Note that there is typically a 7-day hold on new electronic deposits before you can buy individual stocks.