David Kimberley

Holding cash can be dangerous

Don't let your money lose its value.

November 9, 2021

Size doesn’t matter

Microsoft shows big companies can still deliver strong returns.

November 8, 2021

Top 10 stocks and shares ISA buys in October

We take a look at what Freetrade customers bought last month.

November 1, 2021

Shocks and scares ISA: fear of investing could hurt you

And a tax-efficient account may save you from some major headaches.

October 29, 2021

UK stocks are cheap for a reason

Don’t fall into the value trap.

October 27, 2021

Don’t run, it’s only a bear

Market downturns are a part of stock market investing. Panicking doesn’t have to be.

October 25, 2021

Investing in recruitment companies

Get prepared for a wild ride if you want to buy into the job market.

October 20, 2021

What bad graphs and samurais can teach us about investing

Thinking something will last forever is a great way to end up looking like a chump.

October 18, 2021

You hold too many stocks

Investing in too many companies can waste your time and money.

October 7, 2021

Finding dividends on AIM

London’s small cap exchange still offers something for income hunters.

October 5, 2021

Side hustles aren’t worth it

Investing seems a lot simpler for those looking to keep things chilled.

October 4, 2021

Buying for bumper dividends is a risky game to play

Evraz shows why enticing yields can leave you short-changed.

September 29, 2021

Bernie Madoff’s $65bn Ponzi

How the PFOF inventor pulled off the world’s largest scam.

September 20, 2021

UK tech’s dirty secret

London-listed stocks may be cheap on average but tech firms aren’t.

September 17, 2021

How the media makes us bad investors

Why trading the news can make you lose money.

September 9, 2021

Man Utd: big club, risky investment?

The Glazers may make a fortune from the Red Devils. Regular investors will probably find it much harder.

September 8, 2021

Has the UK’s top investor got it wrong?

Despite the critics, P/E ratios still help separate the good from the bad

September 3, 2021

Honey AMA: SPACs, ISAs vs GIAs, and Ocado

The Honey team takes on your latest round of questioning.

September 2, 2021

AIM’s £100m pump and dump fraud

Langbar International’s infamous story serves as a reminder that we have to make sure we’re looking out for our own interests.

August 31, 2021

AIC interview on investment trusts

We spoke to the industry body about London-listed funds.

August 27, 2021

How to invest in ETFs

Freetrade's David Kimberley looks at all you need to know about exchange traded funds.

June 1, 2021

What is a REIT?

We explain the ins and outs of one of the most popular routes to real estate investing.

May 14, 2021

How to open a brokerage account

And find the best way to invest for you.

April 30, 2021

Should you use a robo-adviser or build your own portfolio?

Robo-advisers may not always be the right option, even for beginner investors

April 12, 2021

Everything you need to know about investing in emerging markets

And how you can invest in the best emerging market trusts, stocks and ETFs.

March 12, 2021

What even is a stock?

Stocks are probably the first assets to come to mind when we talk about investment.

April 24, 2018

Why do investors buy government bonds?

All you need to know about government bonds and why you should consider them as part of your portfolio.

June 15, 2020

Why can’t I buy IPO shares when the market opens?

See why you can’t access an IPO as soon as the market opens; probably one of the most common questions when a company goes public.

December 14, 2020

When diversification is dangerous

Diversifying your portfolio is probably the most basic piece of investment advice that you’ll ever receive. See when it can make you lose money.

November 17, 2020

What's a SPAC?

The ins and outs of a SPAC, also known as special purpose acquisition company or blank check company.

July 30, 2020

What's a recession?

No two crises are the same but, history does rhyme. Understand what a recession is and how it will impact your investment portfolio.

August 26, 2020

SPACs vs IPOs

The battle between the two looks set to heat up in 2021. See what the difference is and how it can benefit your portfolio.

January 25, 2021

How do dual listings work?

The ins and outs of companies with dual listings on the stock exchange.

October 6, 2020

Five things you shouldn’t do when you invest

Five useful to know things you shouldn’t do when investing in stocks and shares in order to get better returns.

June 4, 2021

Can you invest like Y Combinator?

What Y Combinator (YC) accelerator programmes can teach you about investing in the stock market.

December 22, 2020

AIM, London's junior market

An introduction to AIM, the London Stock Exchange sub-market which has attracted big winners and losers over the years.

September 8, 2020

What are penny stocks and how to invest in them

Check our guide on how to invest in penny stocks so you can get a better idea of how to add them as part of your investment portfolio.

June 7, 2021

How to choose the best investment app for you

If you want to invest in the stock market on the go, choosing an investment app is the way to go. See what you need to consider to make the best choice.

February 5, 2021

Dividends — what are they, and who pays them?

Complete guide to stock dividends, who pays them and how they work towards providing investors with additional income.

January 8, 2020

Investing Philosophies 101 or how (not) to value a stock

The truth is there’s no single way to invest or to value a stock. Here is what we can learn from three of the most successful investors.

May 1, 2018

Tariffs, digital taxes, and your investments

We look at what tariffs and digital taxes are and how they can impact your portfolio.

December 4, 2019

Lights, cameras, corporate actions!

We demystify corporate action, by looking at different types of events and the way they can impact shareholders - stock splits, mergers and company acquisitions.

July 6, 2018

Types of investment funds and how we think about them at Freetrade

Funds are one of the most important asset classes to get to grips with when you start investing. Understand the basics and see what makes them also one of the most discussed topics on the community.

August 14, 2019

Asset Classes Explained

We look at various type of asset classes and at how they would fit your investment portfolio.

April 19, 2018

How to cost average your investments

We explain what cost averaging is; one of the first investing strategies you’ll encounter as a beginner. It’s a well-worn investing technique with the classic combo of jargon-y name, that we make easy to understand.

January 10, 2019

Compound my interest!

We explain how compound interest works on your investments and how you can calculate it.

December 13, 2018

Bond knowledge

Deep dive into what investment bonds are, how they work and how you can incorporate them as part of your portfolio.

July 24, 2018

Property vs stocks - Which investment is best for you?

Which investment is better for your portfolio - property or stocks? Read on to find out which is right for you by looking at things such as diversification, tax, yield, liquidity.

August 11, 2019

Earnings season: what happens after company announcements

We explain what happens when a company is releasing yearly financial reports and how this can impact the stock price.

January 28, 2020

What happens when a stock goes bankrupt or delists?

Everything you need to know about what happens with your stocks when a company goes bankrupt and how a stock broker manages it.

June 4, 2019

What’s a stock index and an index ETF?

A guide to stock indexes and why they shouldn't be confused with stock exchanges or the stock market.

August 29, 2018

What is an ETF?

We explain everything you need to know about exchange traded funds - the who, why and what of ETFs.

December 7, 2020

What's a SIPP?

We explain the ins and outs of self-invested personal pensions. Understand how SIPPs work and why they provide a tax efficient way of save towards your retirement.

December 29, 2020

What is the time weighted rate of return?

We look at one of the key method's used to calculate your investment return, time-weighted rate of return or TWRR.

October 9, 2020

How does a stock exchange really work?

We explain what happens when you buy and sell stocks and shares and the fundamental process behind stock exchanges.

August 23, 2018

What is liquidity and how does it affect the stock market?

We explain what liquidity means for the stock market, the term that finance geeks are always on about.

August 14, 2020

Why should I invest?

Growing your wealth isn't the only thing that investing can help you do. See which are the other reasons why you should consider investing in the stock market.

August 24, 2020

How much money should I invest?

Deciding how much cash to invest in the stock market is different from everybody and depends on your circumstances and risk appetite. Here are the things you should consider.

November 29, 2019

What can I invest in?

We explain which are the main types of investment instruments you can buy and sell on the stock market.

September 7, 2020

How do I choose what to invest in?

Five things you should consider when choosing to invest in the stock market.

December 7, 2019

What should I do once I've invested?

We discuss the factors you should consider once you have invested in the stock market. Circumstance are always different, see what applies to you.

December 29, 2019

How to pick your investments

A step-by-step guide to stock picking for retail investors. See what research you should do before adding a new stock to your portfolio.

August 21, 2020

Diversifying your portfolio

Diversifying your portfolio is one of the best ways to protect your investments. Read on to see how it works and why you should consider it as part of your investment strategy.

April 11, 2021

Stock prices and market volatility

We look at what happens when the stock market goes crazy and how investors tend to react in a volatile market.