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Share dealing FAQs

Important information - the value of investments can go down as well as up, so you may get back less than you invest. When you’re thinking about investing in shares, it’s generally a good idea to consider holding them alongside other investments in a diversified portfolio of assets.

What is share dealing?

Share dealing is when you buy or sell shares in a public limited company on a recognised stock exchange (such as the FTSE 100). As a shareholder, you become one of the company’s owners and you may be entitled to a share of any profits it makes. The value of your shares is likely to rise or fall depending on whether the company is doing well or not.

How to manage your online trading

How to buy shares

How to trade shares

Stock dividends

Online share dealing fees and charges

How to get started

Open or transfer an account to start investing with us. You’ll need a Fidelity ISA, SIPP, Investment Account or Junior ISA. They offer many benefits, including our award-winning guidance and on-the-go access.

Stocks and Shares ISA

A tax-efficient way to save and pay no income tax or capital gains tax on returns.

Investment Account

Hold investments outside an ISA or pension, with no limit to how much you can invest. Our service fee is not charged on shares held in Investment Accounts.

SIPP

(Investing in UK shares only.) A pension you manage yourself. You choose what it’s invested in, how much is paid into it and when.

Junior ISA

Start from as little as £25. Friends and family can gift money too.

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Transferring accounts and investments

If you wish to transfer investments or accounts to us, you can. Our transfer process is straightforward. Plus, we’ll cover any exit fees your current provider may charge, up to £500 per person. *T&Cs apply.

Learn more about transfers *Read the exit fee T&Cs
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International shares

Learn more about buying European and US shares from the UK. 

Explore investing in international shares

Important information - tax treatment depends on individual circumstances and all rules may change in the future. You cannot normally access money in a SIPP until age 55 (57 from 2028). This information is not a personal recommendation for any particular investment. If you are unsure about the suitability of an investment you should speak to one of Fidelity's advisers or an authorised financial adviser of your choice.