UK sees 60% drop in IPOs and rising cash savings; IG calls for tax reforms.
In 2024, 88 companies were delisted as equity investing declined.
Pat Cash in IG's recent campaign to save London markets (Source: IG)
IG, a UK-based investing and trading platform, has launched
a new campaign urging the public and government to reconsider the country's
reliance on cash savings. The campaign, called "Save Our Stock
Market" (SOS), features a short film with former Wimbledon champion Pat
Cash.
Data from HMRC shows that £294 billion was held in cash ISAs
between 2022 and 2023. Over the past 26 years, real returns from the FTSE 100
were 6.8 times higher than the average cash ISA. Despite this, cash ISA
subscriptions increased by more than 722,000 in 2024, while stocks and shares
ISA subscriptions fell by 126,000. IG says this reflects a declining interest
in equity investment among retail investors.
Further figures point to reduced activity in the UK stock
market. In 2024, 88 companies delisted from the London Stock Exchange, and UK
IPOs fell by 60% compared to 2022. IG argues this trend is linked to growing
caution among savers and a lack of government support for investment-led
growth.
Pat Cash Film Highlights Message on Cash Returns
In the film, Cash appears in a locker room, looking back on
his playing days. He attempts to teach a group of tennis students his famous
“cash return,” but fails to impress. The segment aims to highlight the limited
returns of cash savings in the current economic context.
Michael Healy, IG’s UK Managing Director, Source: LinkedIn
IG’s UK Managing Director, Michael Healy, said the aim is to
help more people invest in UK shares and support domestic companies. As part of
the campaign, IG is also offering a welcome share bundle worth up to £100 to
new UK share dealing customers who register before 15 August.
The shares will
be randomly allocated and may include stocks from companies such as Sainsbury’s
and Rolls Royce.
IG Pushes Policy Proposals to Support UK Investing
The SOS campaign includes a four-point proposal aimed at
reversing these trends. IG is calling for the abolition of cash ISAs, the
removal of stamp duty on share trading, tax incentives for long-term investment
in UK companies, and regulatory changes to make it easier for providers to
promote investing without breaching advice rules.
IG, a UK-based investing and trading platform, has launched
a new campaign urging the public and government to reconsider the country's
reliance on cash savings. The campaign, called "Save Our Stock
Market" (SOS), features a short film with former Wimbledon champion Pat
Cash.
Data from HMRC shows that £294 billion was held in cash ISAs
between 2022 and 2023. Over the past 26 years, real returns from the FTSE 100
were 6.8 times higher than the average cash ISA. Despite this, cash ISA
subscriptions increased by more than 722,000 in 2024, while stocks and shares
ISA subscriptions fell by 126,000. IG says this reflects a declining interest
in equity investment among retail investors.
Further figures point to reduced activity in the UK stock
market. In 2024, 88 companies delisted from the London Stock Exchange, and UK
IPOs fell by 60% compared to 2022. IG argues this trend is linked to growing
caution among savers and a lack of government support for investment-led
growth.
Pat Cash Film Highlights Message on Cash Returns
In the film, Cash appears in a locker room, looking back on
his playing days. He attempts to teach a group of tennis students his famous
“cash return,” but fails to impress. The segment aims to highlight the limited
returns of cash savings in the current economic context.
Michael Healy, IG’s UK Managing Director, Source: LinkedIn
IG’s UK Managing Director, Michael Healy, said the aim is to
help more people invest in UK shares and support domestic companies. As part of
the campaign, IG is also offering a welcome share bundle worth up to £100 to
new UK share dealing customers who register before 15 August.
The shares will
be randomly allocated and may include stocks from companies such as Sainsbury’s
and Rolls Royce.
IG Pushes Policy Proposals to Support UK Investing
The SOS campaign includes a four-point proposal aimed at
reversing these trends. IG is calling for the abolition of cash ISAs, the
removal of stamp duty on share trading, tax incentives for long-term investment
in UK companies, and regulatory changes to make it easier for providers to
promote investing without breaching advice rules.
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Exness expands its presence in Africa: Inside our interview with Paul Margarites in Cape Town
Exness expands its presence in Africa: Inside our interview with Paul Margarites in Cape Town
Finance Magnates met with Paul Margarites, Exness regional commercial director for Sub-Saharan Africa, during a visit to the firm’s office opening in Cape Town. In this talk, led by Andrea Badiola Mateos, Co-CEO at Finance Magnates, Paul shares views on the South African trading space, local user behavior, mobile trends, regulation, team growth, and how Exness plans to grow in more markets across the region. @Exness
Read the article at: https://www.financemagnates.com/thought-leadership/exness-expands-its-presence-in-africa-inside-our-interview-with-paul-margarites/
#exness #financemagnates #exnesstrading #CFDtrading #tradeonline #africanews #capetown
Finance Magnates met with Paul Margarites, Exness regional commercial director for Sub-Saharan Africa, during a visit to the firm’s office opening in Cape Town. In this talk, led by Andrea Badiola Mateos, Co-CEO at Finance Magnates, Paul shares views on the South African trading space, local user behavior, mobile trends, regulation, team growth, and how Exness plans to grow in more markets across the region. @Exness
Read the article at: https://www.financemagnates.com/thought-leadership/exness-expands-its-presence-in-africa-inside-our-interview-with-paul-margarites/
#exness #financemagnates #exnesstrading #CFDtrading #tradeonline #africanews #capetown
Interview with Jas Shah
Builder | Adviser | Fintech Writer | Product Strategist
In this episode, Jonathan Fine sat down with Jas Shah, one of the most thoughtful voices in global fintech. Known for his work across advisory, product, stablecoins, and his widely read writing, Jas brings a rare combination of industry insight and plain-spoken clarity.
We talk about his first impression of the Summit, the projects that keep him busy today, and how they connect to the stablecoin panel he joined. Jas shares his view on the link between fintech, wealthtech and retail brokers, especially as firms like Revolut, eToro and Trading212 blur long-standing lines in the market.
We also explore what stablecoin adoption might look like for retail investment platforms, including a few product and UX angles that are not obvious at first glance.
To close, Jas explains how he thinks about writing, and how he approaches “shipping” pieces that spark debate across the industry.
Interview with Jas Shah
Builder | Adviser | Fintech Writer | Product Strategist
In this episode, Jonathan Fine sat down with Jas Shah, one of the most thoughtful voices in global fintech. Known for his work across advisory, product, stablecoins, and his widely read writing, Jas brings a rare combination of industry insight and plain-spoken clarity.
We talk about his first impression of the Summit, the projects that keep him busy today, and how they connect to the stablecoin panel he joined. Jas shares his view on the link between fintech, wealthtech and retail brokers, especially as firms like Revolut, eToro and Trading212 blur long-standing lines in the market.
We also explore what stablecoin adoption might look like for retail investment platforms, including a few product and UX angles that are not obvious at first glance.
To close, Jas explains how he thinks about writing, and how he approaches “shipping” pieces that spark debate across the industry.
Vitalii Bulynin Talks About Versus Trade, New Pairs, and Big Plans
Vitalii Bulynin Talks About Versus Trade, New Pairs, and Big Plans
In this interview, Versus Trade Co-Founder Vitalii Bulynin explains how the company got its license fast, why its trading pairs are fresh and fun, and what the team will build next.
He also discusses the most active pairs, the IB and MIB plans, and hiring needs for new markets.
Watch the whole talk to learn more about how Versus Trade works and where it is heading.
#financemagnates #VersusTrade #TradingPairs #BTCvsGold #goldtrading #innovation
In this interview, Versus Trade Co-Founder Vitalii Bulynin explains how the company got its license fast, why its trading pairs are fresh and fun, and what the team will build next.
He also discusses the most active pairs, the IB and MIB plans, and hiring needs for new markets.
Watch the whole talk to learn more about how Versus Trade works and where it is heading.
#financemagnates #VersusTrade #TradingPairs #BTCvsGold #goldtrading #innovation
Marketing in 2026 Audiences, Costs, and Smarter AI
Marketing in 2026 Audiences, Costs, and Smarter AI
As brokers eye B2B business and compete with fintechs and crypto exchanges alike, marketers need to act wisely with often limited budgets. AI can offer scalable solutions, but only if used properly.
Join seasoned marketing executives and specialists as they discuss the main challenges they identify in financial services in 2026 and how they address them.
Attendees of this session will walk away with:
- A nuts-and-bolts account of acquisition costs across platforms and geos
- Analysis of today’s multi-layered audience segments and differences in behaviour
- First-hand account of how global brokers balance consistency and local flavour
- Notes from the field about intelligently using AI and automation in marketing
Speakers:
-Yam Yehoshua, Editor-In-Chief at Finance Magnates
-Federico Paderni, Managing Director for Growth Markets in Europe at X
-Jo Benton, Chief Marketing Officer, Consulting | Fractional CMO
-Itai Levitan, Head of Strategy at investingLive
-Roberto Napolitano, CMO at Innovate Finance
-Tony Cross, Director at Monk Communications
#fmls #fmls25 #fmevents #FintechMarketing #AI #DigitalStrategy #Fintech #Innovation
Connect with us at:
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As brokers eye B2B business and compete with fintechs and crypto exchanges alike, marketers need to act wisely with often limited budgets. AI can offer scalable solutions, but only if used properly.
Join seasoned marketing executives and specialists as they discuss the main challenges they identify in financial services in 2026 and how they address them.
Attendees of this session will walk away with:
- A nuts-and-bolts account of acquisition costs across platforms and geos
- Analysis of today’s multi-layered audience segments and differences in behaviour
- First-hand account of how global brokers balance consistency and local flavour
- Notes from the field about intelligently using AI and automation in marketing
Speakers:
-Yam Yehoshua, Editor-In-Chief at Finance Magnates
-Federico Paderni, Managing Director for Growth Markets in Europe at X
-Jo Benton, Chief Marketing Officer, Consulting | Fractional CMO
-Itai Levitan, Head of Strategy at investingLive
-Roberto Napolitano, CMO at Innovate Finance
-Tony Cross, Director at Monk Communications
#fmls #fmls25 #fmevents #FintechMarketing #AI #DigitalStrategy #Fintech #Innovation
Connect with us at:
🔗 LinkedIn: / financemagnates-events
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Fail Better Trading Tech to Tackle Industry Risks
Fail Better Trading Tech to Tackle Industry Risks
Much like their traders in the market, brokers must diversify to manage risk and stay resilient. But that can get costly, clunky, and lengthy.
This candid panel brings together builders across the trading infrastructure space to uncover the shifting dynamics behind tools, interfaces, and full-stack ambitions.
Attendees will hear:
-Why platform dependency has become one of the most overlooked risks in the trading business?
-Buy vs. build: What do hybrid models look like, and why are industry graveyards filled with failed ‘killer apps’?
-How AI is already changing execution, risk, and reporting—and what’s next?
-Which features, assets, and tools gain the most traction, and where brokers should look for tech-driven retention?
Speakers:
-Stephen Miles, Chief Revenue Officer at FYNXT
-John Morris, Co-Founder at FXBlue
-Matthew Smith, Group Chair & CEO at EC Markets
-Tom Higgins, Founder & CEO at Gold-i
-Gil Ben Hur, Founder at 5% Group
#fmls #fmls25 #fmevents #Brokers #Trading #Fintech #FintechInnovation #TradingTechnology #Innovation
Connect with us at:
🔗 LinkedIn: / financemagnates-events
👍 Facebook: / financemagnatesevents
📸 Instagram: / fmevents_official
🐦 Twitter: / f_m_events
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Much like their traders in the market, brokers must diversify to manage risk and stay resilient. But that can get costly, clunky, and lengthy.
This candid panel brings together builders across the trading infrastructure space to uncover the shifting dynamics behind tools, interfaces, and full-stack ambitions.
Attendees will hear:
-Why platform dependency has become one of the most overlooked risks in the trading business?
-Buy vs. build: What do hybrid models look like, and why are industry graveyards filled with failed ‘killer apps’?
-How AI is already changing execution, risk, and reporting—and what’s next?
-Which features, assets, and tools gain the most traction, and where brokers should look for tech-driven retention?
Speakers:
-Stephen Miles, Chief Revenue Officer at FYNXT
-John Morris, Co-Founder at FXBlue
-Matthew Smith, Group Chair & CEO at EC Markets
-Tom Higgins, Founder & CEO at Gold-i
-Gil Ben Hur, Founder at 5% Group
#fmls #fmls25 #fmevents #Brokers #Trading #Fintech #FintechInnovation #TradingTechnology #Innovation
Connect with us at:
🔗 LinkedIn: / financemagnates-events
👍 Facebook: / financemagnatesevents
📸 Instagram: / fmevents_official
🐦 Twitter: / f_m_events
🎥 TikTok: / fmevents_official
