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Learn Stock Trading (UK) — The Honest Guide.

A guide to the London Stock Exchange and UK-specific equities. Learn about dividends, stamp duty, and LSE market hours.

1. The London Stock Exchange

Trading UK stocks means navigating the LSE. From FTSE 100 blue-chips to AIM growth stocks, the UK market has unique characteristics, including the 0.5% Stamp Duty Reserve Tax on purchases (though this can be avoided via spread betting). Success in UK equities requires an understanding of how our domestic economy interacts with global sectors like energy, mining, and banking.

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Common Questions.

What is the best time to trade UK stocks?

The London Stock Exchange is open from 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM GMT. The most volume typically occurs during the open and the close (the 'closing auction').