"Krone" tests for you

Shares via mobile app: is it for everyone?

Investing as a layman? There are better ideas.(Bild: Krone Kreativ)

Whether Easybank, Flatex or Zero - shares can now be purchased via numerous providers using an app. But is it advisable for beginners to invest their own money in shares? Krone+ has looked at various apps and invested for you.

I deal with economic issues professionally and love money. Especially my own. Nevertheless, I am a layman when it comes to shares. Many Austrians are like me. But my curiosity about the share business prompted me to try it out for myself. How difficult is it to buy shares without outside help? And can I invest my money profitably without any special knowledge of the financial market? Here are my experiences: