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QCryptocurrency is becoming increasingly popular among younger investors in the UK

Cryptocurrency is becoming increasingly popular among younger investors in the UK. Do you believe digital assets should be considered a core part of a longterm investment strategy, or should they remain a speculative inv…

First reply Amelia

The UK financial sector provides strong safety nets like the Financial Services Compensation Scheme FSCS, which protects traditional cash and investments if a firm fails. Most digital assets do not…

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Investing Alexander Contributor · 2 months ago

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QWhen you buy UK shares you pay 0.5% stamp duty upfront yet the same transaction in US or European shares attracts zero such tax, how can the UK claim to be a competitive global financial centre?

That half percent drag means a £100,000 UK portfolio pays £500 more per turnover than an identical US listed portfolio. Doesn’t that directly discourage people from investing in their own home economy?

First reply Krys

One could argue that SDRT is a minor 0.5% and that london remains competitive due to deep capital pools, rule of law and time zone advantages but that defence ignores…

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Tax veteran Regular · 2 months ago

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QHow does the loss relief provision under UK capital gain tax rules apply to a cryptocurrency investor who has experienced both large gain and large losses across different tokens in the same tax year?

You can offset losses against gains to reduce your overall CGT liability and if total losses exceed gains you can carry forward the unused loss to future years but you must report both gains and losses to HMRC even if no…

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Trading Franklin Regular · 2 months ago

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QWhat is the best AI Trading Software for Forex and Crypto day trading?

I’ve been experimenting with a few trading tools recently after meeting a client recently with a team of quants who are saying it’s possible for normal everyday people to build a decent institutional grade stack. Is any…

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Trading Dunc_at_TIC Regular · 1 month ago

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QCan you hold cryptocurrency directly within a Stocks and Shares ISA, and if not what are the alternative ways to gain crypto exposure?

You cannot hold actual Bitcoin or other cryptocurrencies directly in an ISA because crypto is not a qualifying investment under HMRC rules. However you can invest in crypto related exchange traded notes ETNs listed on a …

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ISAs Classy Regular · 2 months ago

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QCan you open and contribute to more than one ISA of the same type in a single tax year?

Since 6 April 2024, you are allowed to open and contribute to multiple ISAs of the same type for example, two different Cash ISAs within the same tax year. However, your total contributions across all your ISAs must stil…

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Trading Mullen Regular · 2 months ago

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QWhats the difference between an ETF and an index fund

… Which is a question that comes up again and again; more recently by Rayne H on Instagram. Both are baskets of investments that track an index — same idea, different packaging. ETF — trades like a stock. You can buy a…

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Trading Dunc_at_TIC Regular · 2 months ago

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QHow would arsenal premier league title impact the valuation of the premier league as a whole and benefit uk pension funds invested in sports media rights?

How would arsenal premier league title impact the valuation of the premier league as a whole and benefit uk pension funds invested in sports media rights?

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General diana_russell Regular · 2 months ago

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QTo what extent do pension fund investments drive demand for UK commercial property or infrastructure projects, and how have regulatory changes affected these allocations?

To what extent do pension fund investments drive demand for uk commercial property or infrastructure projects and how have regulatory changes affected these allocations?

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Pensions Jarvis Regular · 2 months ago

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QHow does the State Pension currently around £241.30/week full new State Pension in 2026/27 interact with private pension planning nd does it encourage or discourage additional voluntary investment?

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Pensions Blueee12 Regular · 2 months ago

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QAs the UK finalizes its framework for crypto admissions, disclosures and custody in 2026, how might this influence market integrity and investor confidence?

Will robust protections attract institutional capital and support economic growth or could gaps in enforcement lead to scandals that damage the UK reputation in global finance?

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Crypto Anthony_Kaczor Regular · 2 months ago

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QHow will evolving crypto regulations in 2026 including prudential requirements for firms affect access to credit and financial services for small and medium sized enterprises SMEs in the UK?

Might DeFi platforms offer alternative funding sources that bypass traditional banks stimulating entrepreneurship or could risks associated with unregulated lending increase systemic vulnerabilities?

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Crypto Rosier Regular · 2 months ago

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QWill crypto donations and political involvement influence UK policy and economy?

Recent debates on crypto donations highlight its growing societal role, potentially affecting regulatory direction. Transparent integration could foster a more innovation friendly environment.

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Crypto Tatiana_Conor Seedling · 2 months ago

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QAs HM Treasury and the FCA finalize rules around crypto staking, DeFi and market abuse in 2026, what impact could this have on innovation within the UK technology sector?

Will a balanced regulatory environment foster the growth of homegrown blockchain startups and position Britain as a hub for Web3 talent, or might compliance costs stifle smaller players and consolidate power among larger…

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Crypto Krys Regular · 1 month ago

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QShould UK investors focus on individual stocks when ETFs provide exposure to hundreds of companies at once? Can diversification reduce risk without significantly limiting returns?

Should UK investors focus on individual stocks when ETFs provide exposure to hundreds of companies at once? Can diversification reduce risk without significantly limiting returns? Or does concentrating investments create…

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Investing Franklin Regular · 2 months ago

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QHow does inflation affect pensions and investments in the UK?

To my best understanding inflation reduces the purchasing power of money meaning pension income may not cover rising living costs. Investments must grow faster than inflation to protect the value of retirement savings. T…

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Pensions Jarvis Regular · 3 months ago

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QWhat environmental concerns are linked to cryptocurrency mining in the UK?

We all know cryptocurrency mining requires large amounts of electricity and computing power which can contribute to carbon emissions. Environmental groups in the UK are worried about the impact of energy intensive mining…

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Crypto Jason Contributor · 3 months ago

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