UK stock market news

Are mining stocks a good investment?

We dive into whether now's a good time to jump onto the mining stock train.

Investing in gold stocks

Is it better to invest in the precious metal or in the companies digging for it?

Lithium stocks to consider in 2022

Learn how to trade lithium stocks and check out some of the 10 most popular lithium stocks to watch.

Recession-proof stocks

Recession proof industries, recession proof businesses, and recession proof shares - oh my!

Hydrogen stocks

Are these the best hydrogen stocks to watch in 2022?

10 renewable energy stocks to watch

Everything you need to know about the firms producing renewable energy and how to invest in green stocks.

Top vegan stocks and investing in veganism

Are they ripe for a pickin'?

What are blue-chip stocks?

Here is a complete explanation of blue-chip stocks. We’ll reveal the meaning of the term, how to spot the best shares, and popular investment examples.

5 uranium stocks and how to invest in them

An overview of uranium stocks and what can impact their performance, plus few companies you can invest in via Freetrade.

How to invest in the top EV stocks

Here’s a breakdown revealing some of the most popular EV stocks in the market and everything you need to know about investing in electric cars.

Top UK shares to buy

Here’s a rundown of some top UK stocks and shares on the Freetrade platform that users have been looking to buy and invest in throughout 2021 and 2022. 

Crypto stocks and how to invest in them

Is the crypto crash an opportunity or a red flag?

Most popular investment trusts on Freetrade

Here's a breakdown of the most popular investment trusts on Freetrade, the best performers from 2021, and what investors in 2022 should focus on.

Is luxury a hedge against inflation?

Spoiler alert: the UK’s high-end retailers think so.

UK dividends are back, baby

Big oil leads the UK dividend pack, miners could be next.

Banking on gold?

Here’s the cold hard truth about gold and inflation.

Rate expectations

When rates go up, should your hopes go down?

Top ETFs on Freetrade

The best ETFs for 2022 are the ones that suit your goals.

The Rolls-Royce choice

Can you wait it out for an industry to get back on its feet?

How to handle a (potential) scandal

Hint: sometimes, you can’t.

Covid’s clinging on but this isn’t ‘rinse and repeat’

BA.2 variant is a thorn in the recovery’s side.

Wagamama drama

How udon could save the day for TRG.

Top 10 IPOs to watch in 2022

2021 was a big year for new share listings. What's on the docket for 2022?

Top dividend stocks - building a dividend portfolio for 2022

When building a dividend portfolio it is important to look beyond yield alone.

Investing for 2022: Three expert views

The big themes globetrotting investors need to keep in mind.

The supersize franchise rise

The best path for a smooth ride in otherwise bumpy industries.

Stocks to invest in for 2022

The stocks and the big themes that could benefit investment portfolios in the coming year.

Dumpster diving for gemstones

The smallest firms can give the biggest headaches.

Hiding in plain sight

It’s often overlooked, but the forlorn insurance industry deserves your second glance.

A Christmas of crying kids

There’s too much demand for everything, coal included.

Top 10 stocks and shares ISA buys in October

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

Shocks and scares ISA: fear of investing could hurt you

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

UK stocks are cheap for a reason

Don’t fall into the value trap.

Dividend stocks three pros are holding

UK dividends are back but what are professional investors buying?

Don’t run, it’s only a bear

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

Investing in recruitment companies

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

Finding dividends on AIM

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

Buying for bumper dividends is a risky game to play

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

UK stocks are cheap as chips: are they a buy?

There’s a big difference between price and value in the UK.

UK tech’s dirty secret

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

Three small cap stocks to watch

Small companies can gain huge audiences and even bigger expectations.

Cybersecurity: a hidden jewel investment?

In an industry reliant on running quietly in the background, it can be hard to know where to look. 

Honey AMA: SPACs, ISAs vs GIAs, and Ocado

The Honey team takes on your latest round of questioning.

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.

AIC interview on investment trusts

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

Stock market week ahead - Week of 6 December

What companies are reporting on the stock market this week?

UK cannabis stocks still need to prove themselves

It may pay to wait before buying shares in London-listed cannabis companies.

How should I invest in emerging markets?

You could invest directly on an emerging market’s stock exchange, but staying local might be your best bet.

Stock market week ahead: BHP Group, Persimmon, Just Eat & UK inflation

What’s coming up on the stock market this week?

Big Oil’s net-zero gaslight

Blacklist oil and gas - fund the energy makers without skeletons in the closet.

Can the Greggs share price keep rising?

The baker’s shares are looking expensive but that might be for a reason.

Burberry and the battle for China

The chameleon of high fashion could be about to change again.

Four ‘sin-free’ UK dividend stocks

Passive income investments you can feel better about.

Is AIM really the wild west?

The UK small cap market often gets a crazy reputation but is it justified?

UK house prices surge but not everyone’s a winner

House prices are flirting with new highs but is that really good for the whole housing sector?

China’s crushing crypto

Is a CCP crackdown really all bad for miners though?

ABF’s Primark finally hits the mark

Fans have been waiting for a while to get their bargain-hungry hands on a deal or two.

Dixons Carphone: online sales double but can it last?

The lockdown rush for WFH tech has boosted the electrical retailer.

Scottish Mortgage Investment Trust

A lot of investors don’t see the fun in funds.

Five stocks for a night out

UK shares gearing up for 19 July.

Are Ted Baker shares a buy now?

The party could be over if turnaround plans fail. 

Top five UK 100 dividend paying companies

The five highest yielding shares on the UK stock market.

Five dividend stocks to invest in on Freetrade

Which UK dividend yields are 'just right'?

Top five AIM stocks on Freetrade

We look at the most popular buys on the Alternative Investment Market.

Trustpilot IPO interview

We speak to the company’s Chief Trust Officer Carolyn Jameson about the firm’s listing and future plans.

2021’s top UK dividend stocks aren’t what you think

For our own good, we need to change how we think about high-yield dividends.

Three investment trusts for emerging markets

Pandemic drops might just have unearthed opportunities for stock pickers.

Large caps vs mid caps

One index is seeing record highs but does that mean you should invest?

Darktrace IPO - three things to consider

Deliveroo, revenue growth and Mike Lynch all look likely to impact the company’s listing.

Invest, don’t trade. JD Sports shows why.

Do good things really come to those who wait?

Are Next shares a buy?

The company’s online efforts have been rewarded handsomely during the pandemic.

Interview with Arrival president Avinash Rugoobur

We talk all things EV, from battery tech to the birth of the micro factory.

Should you jump on the Ceres Power bandwagon?

It’s hard to tell if all the hype will match real growth.

Why is the Ocado share price dropping?

A recent price pullback raises questions for the tech grocer.

Are Greggs shares a buy?

Chain swings to a £13.7m loss but 100 new shops are in the works.

Morrisons: does pandemic profit hit hide bigger problems?

What’s in store for the supermarket chain in 2021?

Five UK investment ideas for the end of lockdown

Will 21 June be the catalyst for UK companies?

Three women-led UK investment trusts

A trio of approaches to finding value in UK companies.

Kanabo CEO interview

We chat to Avihu Tamir about the medical cannabis sector, his company's plans and more

How Argo Blockchain works

We take a look at the wild world of crypto mining.

Has Fundsmith made the Rightmove?

Record visits fail to lift profits for the online portal. 

Cellular Goods IPO

Lots of potential, lots of hurdles?

Deliveroo IPO: what you need to know

What’s in store for investors?

AstraZeneca is back in growth mode

And showing why focusing on superficial fundamentals isn’t usually a good idea.

Ocado: the tech giant hiding in plain sight

Is the grocer the next big tech firm on the shelves?

The 10 most shorted stocks in the UK

The UK firms on investors’ hit lists and why.

Tesco - stuck in a catch-22

The firm has pulled back from its forays abroad but may struggle to grow.

Barratt: safe as houses in 2021?

The UK’s biggest house builder starts a tricky year.

Greggs, down but not out

The bakery chain has had a tough year but don’t be surprised if it’s soon back to winning ways.

What next for Next?

The retailer has had as good a 2020 as could be asked for and still has strong growth prospects.

Is Franco Manca expansion a mistake?

Fulham Shore has a troubled UK pizza’n’pasta sector to learn from

SWOT Analysis: ITM Power, the publicly-traded hydrogen power startup

Purplebricks: 2021 off to a strong start

The online estate agent gets a boost in first half earnings

Ocado: unexpected earnings upgrade in bagging area

Warehouse whizz ends 2020 on a high

Your three favourite trusts on Freetrade

Freetrade investors’ top choices for investment companies

Trouble in Arcadia

The group has failed to adapt to changing times

The story of Boohoo

We're looking at Boohoo and at how the UK retailer grew 500% in 5 years.

Pets at Home: For life, not just the pandemic

Lockdown success continues the pattern of the decade

Primark takes a beating in lockdown

But Associated British Food, the retailer's owner, looks to have a good long-term strategy in place

Harry Potter's publisher cleans up

Bloomsbury Publishing flourished during lockdown. Will it be able to after the pandemic?