Overview

Public Holdings, Inc. is a New York–based fintech company operating Public.com, a multi-asset investing platform for US retail investors. It differentiates from other zero-commission brokerages by supporting Treasury bills, corporate bonds, and a suite of yield products alongside traditional equities.

What Public.com actually is

Public.com offers commission-free trading of US-listed stocks and ETFs, options, cryptocurrency, and — unusually for a retail app — individual corporate bonds and US Treasury bills. It also runs a High-Yield Cash Account and offers a Premium tier with deeper research tools.

Who it's built for

Retail investors who want a single account for stocks, fixed income, crypto, and cash management, plus community features like the ability to see other members' portfolios.

Regulation & safety

Brokerage services are offered by Public Investing, Inc. (formerly Open to the Public Investing, Inc.), a registered broker-dealer with the SEC, a FINRA member, and a SIPC member. Cryptocurrency execution is provided by Bakkt Crypto Solutions, LLC.