Stock Brokers > Comdirect
About Comdirect
comdirect is Europe's biggest stockbroker and a subsidiary of Commerzbank, a financial group with banking and investment operations across the world.
comdirect ltd, which has operated in the UK since June 2000, is a member of the London Stock Exchange and regulated by the Financial Services Authority. Their expertise in online broking has been developed since 1997, when comdirect bank AG launched its internet service in Germany.
comdirect ltd is a pioneer of a fair deal for investors, offering the same flat price of £12.50 for online and phone trades. They also take the lead in technological developments and product innovation. They were, for example, the first online broker in the UK to offer limit and stop orders, as well as the first to offer a SIPP Dealing account that gives the investor the flexibility to choose his/her own pension administrator.
Products and Services
Range of investments
With comdirect you can trade in:
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UK and international equities
investment trusts
exchange traded funds
over 150 unit trusts from 5 leading providers
gilts
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Markets
Invest in all UK CREST-settleable equities (including AIM) and all major European and North American markets, all for the same flat fee.
Dealing online or by phone
Best execution from a range of market makers: 80% of trades better "the touch" or "yellow strip" price - the best prevailing bid and offer quoted on SEAQ (Stock Exchange Automated Quotation), or the best prevailing bid and offer on the Order Book (also known as SETS - Stock Exchange Electronic Trading Service.)
They also offer limit and stop orders at no extra charge. These are constantly monitored and good for up to 90 days.
Investor support
The Market Focus pages offer comprehensive market index information. Drill down through the indices to news and reports on specific companies, and set up advanced charting to monitor key movements in selected stocks. Account holders also get free access to broker research, consensus estimates and directors' dealings.
Visit http://www.comdirect.co.uk/
Stock Brokers > Charles Schwab Europe
About Charles Schwab Europe
Charles Schwab Europe is part of the group of companies owned by The Charles Schwab Corporation. Together they have more than 25 years experience in the U.S. and more than 12 years in the UK. The Corporation has earned the trust of more than seven million investors worldwide, providing quality services at greater value than traditional brokerage firms.
They aim to provide a complete execution-only service for private investors, offering the most useful and ethical financial services. They offer easy access to both the UK sterling and US dollar markets. They provide access to essential investment tools, research and information.
£ Sterling Accounts Available
Frequent Traders Club
A nominee dealing account designed for the more active private investors, benefiting from flat-rate dealing commission fees
Market Master
A nominee dealing account designed for individuals who trade on an irregular basis or those who usually place deals below £2000
SIPP
A pension product designed to allow individuals to manage all, or part of their retirement portfolio in a tax efficient and tax effective manner
ISAs
Tax efficient Individual Savings Account ideal for those customers wishing to save and invest
PEPs
Tax efficient investment account for private investors
Traded Options
A nominee dealing and portfolio administration account designed for more sophisticated private investors, enabling clients to buy and sell Equity and Index Options
Investment Club
A nominee asset dealing and portfolio account for a group of private investors who wish to experience dealing on the stock market
Schwab Corporate Account
A sterling nominee dealing and portfolio account for UK and Swiss based corporations
Visit http://www.schwab-worldwide.com/europe
