Trade Republic Opens Private Markets to Retail Investors

Trade Republic, a German online broker, is partnering with Apollo Global Management and EQT to offer its clients access to private markets. This asset class is gaining significant traction among retail investors. The Berlin-based fintech will utilize fractional investing to reduce the entry barrier, enabling individuals to purchase small stakes in larger assets. The announcement states that users can invest with as little as €1, which is approximately $1.17. The new service incorporates a liquidity feature, providing clients with the option for monthly redemptions via an internal marketplace managed by Trade Republic. This collaboration with prominent financial institutions represents a key development for the online broker, as it expands its service offerings and addresses the increasing demand from retail investors for diversification into private markets.