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October 23, 2025
What is a bond? - Everything you need to know
Understand bond risks, returns, and how to invest in them.
What is a bond? - Everything you need to know

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October 17, 2025
How to use a ‘top funds’ list: Five tips for picking mutual funds
Overwhelmed by the number of ‘top funds’ lists and investment fund recommendations? Read Freetrade’s five tips for finding your next investment fund.
How to use a ‘top funds’ list: Five tips for picking mutual funds
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October 1, 2025
Types of mutual funds: A simple guide
Learn about the different types of mutual funds and how they could fit into your portfolio
Types of mutual funds: A simple guide

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October 1, 2025
Corporate action explained
We demystify corporate action and proxy voting by looking at different types of events and the way they can impact shareholders.
Corporate action explained

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September 30, 2025
Pound-Cost Averaging vs Lump Sum Investing: Which is Best?
Which of the two is the better investment strategy?
Pound-Cost Averaging vs Lump Sum Investing: Which is Best?

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September 24, 2025
How to invest in stocks - A beginner’s guide
Learn how to invest in stocks. Step-by-step UK guide covers accounts, costs, strategies, and FAQs for beginners.
How to invest in stocks - A beginner’s guide

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September 16, 2025
Saving for retirement in your 40s and 50s
Making sure you’re on track for the retirement you want.
Saving for retirement in your 40s and 50s

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September 16, 2025
How to transfer your ISA
A step-by-step guide for a smooth ISA transfer.
How to transfer your ISA

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September 16, 2025
What is commission-free trading?
We explain what commission-free trading is and how it works.
What is commission-free trading?

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September 15, 2025
How to Invest in US Stocks from the UK
How to invest in US stocks and what to consider when you do.
How to Invest in US Stocks from the UK

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September 8, 2025
Saving vs Investing: what's right for you?
Knowing whether you’re a saver or investor is an important first step.
Saving vs Investing: what's right for you?

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July 18, 2025
Is silver a good investment?
Gold usually hogs the limelight, but what about silver? Is it a good investment?
Is silver a good investment?

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October 11, 2024
Five things to expect in the October Budget
Let’s unpack what to expect and some important tips to protect your hard-earned wealth.
Five things to expect in the October Budget

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December 11, 2024
Five investing turkeys to avoid this Christmas
Whatever you're planning for your festive feast, there are plenty of investing turkeys you won't want to sample this Christmas.
Five investing turkeys to avoid this Christmas
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February 24, 2025
Earnings season and AI layoffs
Tech keeps trimming headcount, but will it actually boost profits?
Earnings season and AI layoffs

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November 1, 2024
Budget 2024: the winners and losers
How will £40bn in tax rises impact you? We explore this week's bugdet announcements of £40 billion in tax hikes and £74 billion in increased government spending.
Budget 2024: the winners and losers

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October 4, 2024
Best stocks for a Harris vs Trump election year
US elections spark short-term swings, but diversification beats betting on politicians.
Best stocks for a Harris vs Trump election year

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December 20, 2024
Could TikTok get banned?
Find out what a TikTok ban in the USA could mean for your investments.
Could TikTok get banned?
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October 25, 2024
Big tech and big oil earnings
Earnings announcements are an important moment for investors to pause and reflect on how a company is stacking up against their expectations.
Big tech and big oil earnings
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July 26, 2025
Record debt, record markets: navigating the paradox
US debt is soaring while stocks hit highs – how to invest through the tension.
Record debt, record markets: navigating the paradox

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July 2, 2025
New IPO launch list - June 2025
2025 IPO surge, key recent listings, upcoming names and how to judge them
New IPO launch list - June 2025

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June 1, 2018
Four companies with sky-high share prices and why they’re so expensive
Why some companies keep huge share prices and avoid splits, from Berkshire to Lindt.
Four companies with sky-high share prices and why they’re so expensive

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March 2, 2025
Investing for a house deposit with an ISA
How investing regularly in a stocks and shares ISA could help you build a house deposit.
Investing for a house deposit with an ISA

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December 4, 2019
SWOT Analysis: ITM Power, the publicly-traded hydrogen power startup
A SWOT breakdown of ITM Power and the risks and opportunities in hydrogen fuel investing.
SWOT Analysis: ITM Power, the publicly-traded hydrogen power startup

Company
November 15, 2019
Introducing your Customer Ops team 👋
Customer support is now available seven days a week, with faster help and a new assistant, Freeda.
Introducing your Customer Ops team 👋

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January 14, 2020
Invest by Freetrade: the upgrade has begun
Instant deposits, smoother performance and new features as Invest by Freetrade rolls out.
Invest by Freetrade: the upgrade has begun

Product
October 4, 2019
Insights are rolling out on your app
Insights gives you a clearer view of your portfolio and helps you diversify with confidence
Insights are rolling out on your app

Company
July 31, 2017
How a zero-fee stockbroker makes money
How tech cuts investing costs and challenges the high-fee model dominating UK stockbroking.
How a zero-fee stockbroker makes money

Company
April 15, 2019
Freetrade is back on Crowdcube: 25th April
Freetrade returns to Crowdcube on 25 April to fund growth and expansion plans.
Freetrade is back on Crowdcube: 25th April

Company
August 9, 2019
Free Share for everyone!
Free Share is live, giving you and your friends a chance to earn a free share when they join.
Free Share for everyone!

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September 18, 2020
Event sourcing on Freetrade
How event sourcing helps Invest by Freetrade track every cash and stock movement accurately.
Event sourcing on Freetrade

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July 4, 2019
Fractional shares for all
Freetrade gets FCA approval for fractional shares, unlocking access to UK, US, and ETF fractions.
Fractional shares for all

Company
March 29, 2019
Designing Freetrade for Android
How we built a native, modern Android app that feels right at home.
Designing Freetrade for Android

Product
November 5, 2019
Dividends have arrived on your Activity feed 💸
Track your dividends with clearer updates across the app.
Dividends have arrived on your Activity feed 💸

Company
November 21, 2018
Dealing with (order) rejection
Why trades are rejected and how Freetrade is making them rarer.
Dealing with (order) rejection

Company
February 27, 2020
Building a new infrastructure for investing
Why Freetrade built its own platform and what Invest unlocks for every customer.
Building a new infrastructure for investing
