Hardman & Co does not provide recommendations about investments and investors should always seek professional advice before making decisions. However, some investors use or may wish to use ‘execution-only’ services.
Some investors may choose to use “execution only” platforms, which allow you to buy and sell investments without receiving advice. These services are typically suitable for individuals who are comfortable making their own decisions.
If, having read Hardman & Co’s research, you wish to access an execution only provider or explore their services, you may find the platforms listed below helpful.
Please note that by clicking on any of these links you will leave the Hardman & Co website. We do not endorse or take responsibility for the content, products or services offered by third party websites.
Hargreaves Lansdown
One of the UK’s largest retail investment platforms, offering share dealing, funds, investment trusts, pensions and ISAs.
https://www.hl.co.uk
AJ Bell
A UK based investment platform providing share dealing accounts, ISAs and SIPPs.
https://www.ajbell.co.uk
interactive investor
A flat fee investment platform offering a wide range of shares, funds and investment trusts.
https://www.ii.co.uk
Fidelity International
Offers an investment platform alongside its own range of funds and access to third party investments.
https://www.fidelity.co.uk
Charles Stanley Direct
An online investment service offering ISAs, SIPPs and general investment accounts.
https://www.charles-stanley-direct.co.uk
Bestinvest
Provides online investing with access to funds, shares and investment trusts.
https://www.bestinvest.co.uk
You may wish to compare charges, available investments and service features before choosing a provider.
If you are at an earlier stage in your investment journey, the following organisations offer useful educational material and support:
ShareSoc
The UK’s leading advocate for individual investors. It provides education, events and resources aimed at improving investment knowledge and engagement.
https://www.sharesoc.org
Association of Investment Companies
The industry body for investment companies. Its website includes a wide range of free guides and tools for investors. You can also find our research there.
https://www.theaic.co.uk
You may also wish to consult the Financial Conduct Authority website for information on regulation and investor protections in the UK.
https://www.fca.org.uk
