UK Shares

FTSE 100, 250 and FTSE All - Share

The FTSE 100 (Financial Times Stock Exchange) is a list of the top 100 companies listed on the London Stock Exchange based on their total share value. The value of company shares fluctuates throughout the day depending on a wide range of circumstances. These movements occur naturally as the shares are traded throughout the day but sometimes a significant change in price might occur as the result of a takeover, the announcement of particularly good or bad company performance or a merger. Share holders are also entitled to benefits such as voting rights in company decisions and dividends on shares held.

You must remember that there is a certain amount of risk when dealing in stocks and shares and so whilst you have the potential to make substantial profits, there is also a chance you can lose more than your original investment

With Bank of Scotland Share Dealing, you are able to invest in stocks and shares of companies listed on the FTSE 100, FTSE 250 and FTSE All-Share through our various products.

AIM Listed Stock

The Alternative Investment Market (AIM) is part of the London Stock Exchange and is designed to allow smaller companies to float shares to gain capital. It is designed so that companies from across the world can join and as a result, the AIM has grown so that it now lists 2,900 companies since it was established in 1995.

As the AIM is not as stringently regulated as the Main Market, smaller companies join to gain capital. However, as companies do not need to satisfy the same regulations as the Main Market, there can be a greater element of risk.

Opening Your Account

Your Bank of Scotland Share Dealing Account can be opened with a £100 initial trading deposit. This can then be invested into any eligible investment of your choice.

Transfer from your existing UK stock broker - Find out more about how to transfer from your existing UK stock broker to Bank of Scotland Share Dealing.