29th Jun 2026
Stocks and shares ISAs are one of the most popular ways for beginners to enter the world of investing. They allow you to build a diverse portfolio of assets without needing to become a pro market analyst overnight! In this guide, we take a look at everything you need to know about stocks and shares…
29th Jun 2026
A stocks and shares ISA is a type of individual savings account that allows you to invest up to £20,000 tax-free into the stock market. Stocks and shares ISAs can be an excellent way to dip your toes into investing as they are typically beginner-friendly and simple to set up. In this guide, we will…
1st Apr 2026
Choosing an ISA provider can feel a little overwhelming, with so many great options on the market. One of the best ways to narrow down your search is to look at reputation – something that is pretty difficult to fake! AJ Bell is an example that stands out in this domain. The platform has received a Which? recommendation for 8…
25th Feb 2025
Investing in a Stocks and Shares ISA is a savvy way to grow your wealth tax-efficiently. With the rise of mobile technology, managing your investments has never been more accessible. But with a plethora of apps available, how do you choose the right one? In this guide, we take a look at the top five…
14th Jan 2025
Sponsored post On the 11th of December, XTB launched what they believe to be “one of the best stocks and shares ISAs in the UK”. That’s a pretty bold claim to make, and it caught the attention of me, and the rest of the MoneyMagpie team, instantly! Stocks and Shares ISAs are one of the…
9th Jan 2023
Stash your investments in a stock and shares ISA and you won’t have to pay dividends, capital gains or income tax on any returns. This is why ISAs are often the first port of call for newbie investors. Yet the ISA tax-free wrapper is something that shouldn’t be taken for granted. Thanks to the cost…
11th Aug 2022
Do you have a stocks and shares ISA? If so, did you know you don’t have to stick with your existing provider until you’re ready to sell your shares? That’s because ISA transfers make it easy to switch providers without your investments losing their tax-free status. However, to do a transfer properly there’s an important…
27th Jul 2026
Sponsored post There are a lot of options in the investing platform world right now, but every so often, a provider does something that makes you stop and actually look at what they’re offering. That’s what made me sign up to IG this month! IG has been trading since 1974. That’s over 50 years in…
22nd Jul 2026
Chips, or semiconductors (the tiny circuits that power everything from smartphones to AI data centres) have become one of the hottest corners of the stock market. Demand from artificial intelligence, electric vehicles, and everyday consumer tech has sent some chip stocks soaring, while others have wobbled on fears the AI boom has run ahead of…
22nd Jul 2026
If you’ve glanced at the FTSE 100 lately, you’ll have noticed one sector doing a lot of the heavy lifting- defence. Names like BAE Systems and Babcock have been among the index’s best performers this year, riding a wave of government spending increases and rising global tension. If you’re a beginner investor wondering whether defence…
15th Jul 2026
Oil prices have jumped sharply this week after fresh tensions between the US and Iran rattled shipping routes through the Strait of Hormuz, and UK energy stocks are feeling the effects. Brent crude has climbed as high as $87 a barrel, up around 20% from its low earlier this month, and BP has led the…
14th Jul 2026
You don’t need a finance degree or an expensive subscription to invest with confidence. You just need the right tools. Whether you want to see how your money could grow, work out how much risk you’re comfortable with, or keep tabs on your portfolio without opening five different apps, there’s a free tool for the…
