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Investment Apps To Try Today

If you thought that the pandemic would halt the flurry of new UK stockbrokers launching investment apps during the early 2020s, you’d be wrong. Here’s a sneak peek at the …

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The 100 Best Business Books (UK Edition)

Last updated: 19 September 2021. The best business books tell stories, convey lessons and share secrets about a subject that has the potential to bring us personal prosperity. To succeed in …

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List of UK Stockbrokers by Assets Under Management

If you’re interested in which UK stockbrokers have the most assets under management or assets under administration, you’re in the right place. Below, we share our independent research into the …

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List of UK Stockbrokers by Number of Clients

Do you want to know which UK stockbroker has the most clients or customers? It’s an easy question to ask, but it’s very difficult to get hold of reliable information …

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eToro Review: The Best Stockbroker in the UK?

Welcome to our in-depth eToro review. When we say ‘in-depth’, we mean it. You’re looking at the most detailed eToro review available online. Alongside 14 other UK stockbrokers, we have …

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The Best UK Deep Value Investment Funds

Welcome to our guide to the best deep-value investment funds. This article contains journalistic research about the deep value investing strategy, and information about a number of deep value investment …

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The Best Finance Books – All Financial Genres

In the quest to find the best finance books available in every niche of the financial world, I’ve developed quite a broad understanding of the finance book market. In this …

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How to Invest £1,000 – The Ultimate Guide

This investing blog is home to over 300+ articles on investing. From portfolio design, to investing psychology and trading strategies. But I appreciate that if you just want a quick …

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How to Invest With Little Money

How to invest with little money is a careful art form. It can be done if you follow these tips on investing. If you can master these techniques, you’ll be …

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Wealthify Review – Is this the Best Investment Platform in the UK?

This Wealthify review will explain the attractions and drawbacks of this new UK investment platform. I’ll also show how you can get a welcome bonus for signing up and making …

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Nutmeg Review: Is this the Best Investment Platform in the UK?

As promised, here’s my long-awaited review of the Nutmeg investment platform which has taken the stockbroker and fund management industry by storm. This Nutmeg broker review will help you decide …

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How to Earn up to £820 in Free Shares & Sign-up Offers

We’ve found five new stockbrokers who so keen to get your business, they are prepared to offer you free shares to encourage you to register with them and fund your account with a small balance.

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Etoro stockbroker

Overview


Trade shares with zero commission with the eToro investing app. Open an account with just $100. Unique social trading features allow clients to find new trading ideas and mirror the top performing traders on the platform. 

Best for


  • Cheapest share dealing
  • Lowest annual charge
  • Copytrade™ feature
  • ISA now available

Drawbacks


  • No OEICs or unit trusts
  • $5 withdrawal fee
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Capital is at risk. Other fees apply. For more information, visit etoro.com/trading/fees. 


Best for funds

Hargreaves Stockbroker

Overview


The UK’s no. 1 investment platform for private investors. Boasting over £125bn in assets under administration and over 1.5m active clients. ‘Best Share Dealing Platform 2021’ (UK Investor Magazine) and ‘Best Digital ISA’ (Boring Money 2021 Best Buys).

Best for


  • Widest range of funds
  • ISAs & SIPPs available
  • Most popular UK broker
  • Competitive management charge for < £50k portfolio

Drawbacks


  • Management charge for > £50k portfolio is less competitive
  • Share dealing charges are £11.95 for infrequent deals
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Best for £100k+

Interactive Investor Broker

Overview


Large UK stockbroker with a flat account fee and a free trade every month. Cheapest for investors with big pots.

Best for


  • Lowest management charge for large portfolios (£100k+)
  • ISAs & SIPPs available
  • One free trade per month

Drawbacks


  • Flat £9.99 account charge is costly for small accounts
  • Web platform interface isn't as slick as peers
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