Best Traditional Broker
Well-established UK stockbroker offering shares, funds, ETFs, and investment trusts. Tiered fee structure benefits larger portfolios. ISA and SIPP available.
Charles Stanley Direct is the execution-only arm of a long-established wealth manager, which gives it a more traditional feel than the newer app-based platforms.
The platform is competent rather than flashy, with a wide fund range and a percentage-based charging structure.
Who it suits. Investors who want a platform backed by an established wealth management business, and who may eventually want advice alongside execution-only investing.
Worth knowing. Percentage fees make this more attractive at smaller balances than at large ones. Check the minimum monthly platform charge, which can be disproportionate on a small portfolio.