I wouldn't trade Pink Sheet stocks either but they aren't all problematic. Many that trade there are listed on the Toronto Stock Exchange or a European exchange. For example, I own ENLAY which is the Italian utility ENEL. I either could buy it on Pink Sheets or pay a high commission to have the same thing purchased in Europe for me. This link outlines the various markets available on Pink Sheets. http://www.pinksheets.com/pink/otcguide/investors_market_tiers.jsp