Browse all the latest updates, insights, news, tools and helpful guides from Freetrade.

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Learn
October 1, 2025
ETF vs mutual fund: which is best?
Discover key differences between mutual funds and ETFs, and which might be right for you.
Weekend read
April 17, 2026
Magic rocks ⛏️
Where will the rare earths come from?
Insights
April 17, 2026
Most bought funds: April 2026
See the most-bought funds on Freetrade this month, from Vanguard LifeStrategy and global equity funds to money market options favoured in volatile markets.
Tools
New: Gilts calculator
This tool gives you an idea of the return you could earn over the lifetime of a gilt, assuming you hold it to maturity.

Latest guides

Learn Articles
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UK Investor’s Guide to Mutual Funds
Explore mutual fund investing in the UK with our guide. Learn the basics, mutual fund types, how they compare to ETFs, and how to invest with Freetrade.
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Building a fund portfolio for the long-term
A step-by-step guide to mutual fund investing for the long-run.
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Secrets of the ISA millionaires
Wouldn’t it be great to become an ISA millionaire and unlock the door to financial freedom?

Market insights & News

Market insights
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Insights
17 Apr 2026
Most bought funds: April 2026
See the most-bought funds on Freetrade this month, from Vanguard LifeStrategy and global equity funds to money market options favoured in volatile markets.
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Insights
17 Apr 2026
Magic rocks ⛏️
Where will the rare earths come from?
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Insights
17 Apr 2026
Top 10 bought stocks: April 2026
From AI giants to UK dividend favourites, here’s a quick rundown of the most-bought stocks on Freetrade and the stories behind their popularity.

New in the app

Freetrade updates
April 1, 2026
The Freetrade Junior ISA is here
January 22, 2026
Free pension. Free funds.
November 11, 2025
Hundreds of new mutual funds available on Standard and Plus
September 1, 2025
Freetrade’s subscription plans are getting an upgrade
June 9, 2025
Vanguard mutual funds now available on Freetrade
June 9, 2025
Reimagining Freetrade: a bold new look for the future of investing
July 11, 2024
Your Freetrade ISA is now flexible
February 29, 2024
We’re increasing your interest rate

Company news

Freetrade updates
April 30, 2025
Pump-and-dump schemes: what should I know?
December 15, 2023
The Twelve Scams of Christmas
December 5, 2023
Fractional Shares and the Autumn Statement
November 23, 2023
Market Manipulation - What Should I Know?
October 27, 2023
Fractional shares and ISAs
February 7, 2023
Insider Trading - What should I know?
February 7, 2023
How to protect yourself from scams
November 14, 2022
Freetrade hires Shahid Naveed as CTO

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Helpful tools and resources for every kind of investor. Discover more.
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Simple descriptions for complicated terms and investing jargon.

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