Direct Stock Purchase Plan - DSPP

What Does Direct Stock Purchase Plan - DSPP Mean?
An investment service that allows individuals to purchase a stock directly from a company or through a transfer agent. Not all companies offer DSPPs and the plans often have restrictions on when an individual can purchase shares.

Investopedia explains Direct Stock Purchase Plan - DSPP
The greatest benefit of using a DSPP for investors is the ability to avoid commissions by not going through brokers. DSPPs often have minimum deposit requirements that range from $100 to $500. They are perfect for investors who have a long-term trading strategy and are looking for an inexpensive way to begin investing.