Why Most US Brokers Are Unavailable to European Investors

Why Most US Brokers Are Unavailable to European Investors

For many European investors, the idea of trading through a US-based platform is appealing. Access to Wall Street, sleek apps like Robinhood, and the promise of zero-commission trades have created a global buzz. Yet, when investors from Italy, Germany, Spain or France try to open an account on these platforms, they often hit a wall. “Service not available in your region.” No explanation. No workaround. Just a digital dead end. This restriction is…