Securities, Commodities, and Financial Services Sales Agents

Buy and sell securities or commodities in investment and trading firms, or provide financial services to businesses and individuals. May advise customers about stocks, bonds, mutual funds, commodities, and market conditions.

$78,140

Median Annual Pay

Jobs growth:

+3% projected 2024–2034

Bachelor's degree

Typical Entry-Level Education

What They Do

Securities, commodities, and financial services sales agents connect buyers and sellers in financial markets, helping clients build wealth and manage their investments. They spend their days researching market trends, analyzing financial data, and communicating with clients about investment opportunities. These professionals might recommend stocks, bonds, mutual funds, or commodities based on each client's financial goals and risk tolerance. They explain complex financial products in understandable terms, execute trades when clients are ready to buy or sell, and monitor portfolios to ensure investments align with changing market conditions.

Programs That Prepare You

College programs linked to this occupation, ranked by graduate earnings

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Finance and Financial Management Services(masters)Tulane University of Louisiana, LA

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Finance and Financial Management Services(masters)Clark University, MA

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