UK shares
What is the FTSE?
The FTSE 100 (Financial Times Stock Exchange) is a list of the top 100 companies listed on the London Stock Exchange based on their total share value.
The value of company shares fluctuates throughout the day dependng on a wide range of circumstances. These movements occur naturally as the shares are traded throughout the day but sometimes a significant change in price might occur as the result of a takeover, the announcement of particularly good or bad company performance or a merger.
What are AIM listed shares?
The Alternative Investment Market (AIM) is part of the London Stock Exchange and is designed to allow smaller companies to float shares to gain capital. It is designed so that companies from across the world can join and as a result, the AIM has grown so that it now lists 2,900 companies since it was established in 1995.
As the AIM is not as stringently regulated as the Main Market, smaller companies join to gain capital. However, as companies do not need to satisfy the same regulations as the Main Market, there can be a greater element of risk.
| Five Key Features of trading UK shares with Halifax Share Dealing |
| 1. Highly competitive dealing charges - trade UK and international shares online for £11.95 commission |
| 2. Deal online - access your account 24/7, 365 days a year |
| 3. Access to the FREE Share Price Alert Tool - keep an eye on the performance of your chosen holdings with no download required! |
| 4. Access to Advanced Dealing (TradePlan), an innovative way to control risk and maximise opportunities |
| 5. Open an account with Halifax Share Dealing and have access to our Market Research Centre to find out all you need to know to invest in the FTSE with confidence |
Which accounts can hold UK shares?
Share Dealing Account - the simple way to trade stocks & shares
Self Select Stocks and Shares ISA - the tax-efficient way to trade. Most AIM stocks are not ISA eligible - check Halifax Marketwatch for information
SIPP - take control of your pension with a Self-Invested Personal Pension
Next Steps
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Research the performance of AIM listed stocks and shares
