FAQs

Can I play StockWatch for free? StockWatch is a completely free tool designed to educate and create well-informed future investors.

Do I have to register to use StockWatch? StockWatch does require user registration to play, but it is 100% free and takes less than a minute to set up.

How can I log on to the StockWatch to access my Account? To log on to StockWatch simply use the email address and password created when you registered with our program. Lost password? Don’t worry; we can get you a new one set up in minutes with our forgotten password link at login.

Is there risk involved with playing? No. These games are strictly simulations, and no real money is involved. Our goal is to teach financial literacy, not provide a brokerage account.

How do I access my old StockWatch account? To access your old StockWatch account, please follow this link: StockWatch Legacy Account

How to buy and sell shares? Once you’ve done your research and feel ready to “buy”, check out our shares link here.

My purchased shares are not displayed in my Account? If you just purchased your stock and are not seeing it populate within the account, don’t worry. While our stocks are live, they do still have a delay period. It can take about 20 minutes for your purchased stocks to show up to prevent users from looking too far in the future. Allow this time to pass and then check back in to see your newly bought stocks.

How do I know what stocks are right for my portfolio? Finances are personal and we know that! If you’re unsure where to start, use our free collection of news and research tools to decide the right stocks for you. With StockWatch you can access in-depth financial profiles and stock charts to help you make the most informed decision possible.

What learning material can I use to better grow my portfolio? Our academy resource section has many helpful guides that are perfect for personal portfolio development.

What are the trading hours? The ASX trading hours are between 10am-4:00pm. The StockWatch Trading Game trades between these hours too, with the last update of portfolio items being processed at 5:00pm.