Different traders have different preferences - that is why we offer equity and option trading platforms that range from those built for experienced professionals to the novice traders. Through our Level II, Level 1.5, Level 1 and web-based platforms or API interfaces clients have access to a wide variety of trade features including:

		Advanced Order Routing		Trade Allocations
		Programmable Alerts and Hot Keys		Algorithmic Trading
		Basket Trading		API solutions
		Market Scanners		Extensive Short Sale Inventory
		Maximum Leverage		Trade Security and Anonymity

To learn about the individual features of each trading platform please visit our Product Section.

Advanced Order Routing
Pinnacle's advanced order routing features helps clients find the best possible price choice for their US equities and option orders with access that includes all ECNs, NYSE, NASDAQ, AMEX, OTCBB, regional exchanges and all six US option exchanges. Client's can choose their own routing or use Pinnacle's Intelligent Order Routes to search the available market for the best possible price. Use advance tools to follow price movements with "Conditional" orders designed to help retain flexibility. These orders automatically execute if the given conditions are met. Choose from an enhanced list of Advanced Order Conditions, including Market Pegging, Discretionary and Hidden Orders.

Programmable Alerts and Hot Keys
Pinnacle's platform and market scanning product offer access to user friendly visual and audio alerts that can be set to automatically alert clients of possible trading opportunities. Auto-execution is also available. The level II platform has been designed with programmable key stokes and level II "hot key" buttons to offer clients the tools for a quick response to meet market opportunities quickly and efficiently.

Basket Trading
Our sophisticated basket trading tools allow clients to easily create, execute and track basket orders. Create or import multiple, easily editable trade lists that contain symbols, quantities, order types, routing destinations and prices - all executable through a single keystroke.

Trade Allocation
Pinnacle provides both front-end and automated back-end trade allocations. Using our trade allocation services you can allocate the shares from a single executed orders across multiple accounts. We provide the use of flexible share splits and commission criteria for each allocated trade.

Algorithmic Trading
Through Banc of America's Institutional desk we can provide clients algorithmic trading services via the level II screens. Level II algorithms include VWAP, TWAP and TVOL strategies.

API Programming Interface
Pinnacle provides end-to-end solutions for proprietary order execution programs, third party trading platforms, or trading algorithm models to our various APIs. The API provides an interface into a backend where all order routing, risk management, clearing and compliance actions take place. The API provides access to all markets and routes. Additionally streaming data can be made available upon request.

Maximum Leverage and Intra-day Buying Power
Pinnacle offers the maximum equities margin rate permitted by US regulations, allowing clients to maximize their day trading buying power. Pinnacle offers Equity buying power equal to 4 times maintenance excess (4:1) for all accounts that meet the minimum equity requirements for day trading accounts. Through BackOffice controls we can also provide the ability to lower the Intra-day Buying Power for any account or sub-account.

Extensive Short Sale Inventory
Pinnacle provides unparalleled access and ability with respect to a client's short selling requirements. Through our relationship with Penson Financial we provide an extensive list of US equities available for shorting purposes - updated each morning prior to market open. Just as important, Penson Financial strives to offer superior buy-in protection on all approved shorts.

Trade Security and Anonymity
Security is one of the most important aspects in the electronic trading industry. Heavy emphasis has been placed on the ability to prevent security breaches as well as to provide virtually uninterrupted trading ability in the event of technical or natural disasters. Application Security for the sever farm is facilitated using Triple DES (DATA Encryption Standard) Encryption for all back office and Portfolio Window functionality. This security level is currently the strongest mode of encryption available to US corporations on a commercial basis. In addition, all c lient trades go directly into the marketplace without intervention. Your identity and order information will remain confidential at all times. This gives our clients complete anonymity.