TD Direct Investing Lowers and Simplifies Trade Commissions

TORONTO, Feb. 7, 2014 /CNW/ - TD Direct Investing today introduced a low flat rate of $9.99 for Canadian and U.S. equity trades placed online or through its mobile and tablet apps. There are no minimum account balance or trading activity requirements - everyone qualifies, it's that simple.

"For 30 years, we've been providing great value and professional assistance to Canadian self-directed investors," said Calvin MacInnis, President, TD Direct Investing. "In fact, we were the first to bring flat fee online investing to Canadians, and our new, simple and straightforward pricing reinforces our commitment to bring even greater value to investors of all portfolio sizes."

Active traders who place 150 or more trades per quarter continue to enjoy $7.00 flat rate equity trades.

"We're focused on helping Canadians make better, smarter investing decisions, no matter what their level of trading experience. When you invest with us, value comes with more than just low and straightforward pricing. You have access to a comprehensive suite of investment research, a choice of intuitive and powerful trading platforms, and professional support from our people who are available to take your call 24/7,"said MacInnis.

For more information about TD Direct Investing, visit tddirectinvesting.ca.

About TD Bank Group
The Toronto-Dominion Bank and its subsidiaries are collectively known as TD Bank Group (TD). TD is the sixth largest bank in North America by branches and serves over 22 million customers in four key businesses operating in a number of locations in financial centres around the globe: Canadian Personal and Commercial Banking, including TD Canada Trust and TD Auto Finance Canada; Wealth and Insurance, including TD Wealth, TD Direct Investing, an investment in TD Ameritrade, and TD Insurance; U.S. Personal and Commercial Banking, including TD Bank, America's Most Convenient Bank, and TD Auto Finance U.S.; and Wholesale Banking, including TD Securities. TD also ranks among the world's leading online financial services firms, with approximately 8 million active online and mobile customers. TD had $862.5 billion in assets on October 31, 2013.The Toronto-Dominion Bank trades under the symbol "TD" on the Toronto and New York Stock Exchanges.

SOURCE: TD Bank Group