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AI is not a fad.
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AI is not a fad.
in the stock market it is, mention AI as many times as you can.
for a some companies its nothing more than a buzzword.
machine learnings been around since like the 50s
Arthur Samuel (computer scientist) - Wikipedia
robotics will probably be the next big fad
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I prefer bubble as the term. Weed I don't consider a fad either but just blew up into a bubble on the expectation of policy changes in the U.S and human nature takes over. A narrative drives the fomo.
All new tech markets go through a bubble phase and then afterwards the companies have to prove their worth. AI I'm not sure that's actually happened yet.
Covid was interesting as involved different sectors too - anything related to being at home or vaccines. Moderna and Peleton being a few examples that are a fraction of their previous values today (Moderna down 90% from the peak and Peleton nearly 95%).
yep this account was to get some skin in the game while i waited for the next crash (my timing is great lol)
to maybe use my vanguard cash but being 60 now my appetite for risk has plummeted, not selling up my 1k fun account just going to sell on a green (1 out of my 3) and play with it, that t212 screen is so addictive
btw us stock market is shut today for Jimmy Carter memorial
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This will depend a lot on how much you want to put in it, how often, and your investment choices, etc. Can't really recommend anything without that info.
InvestEngine's support isn't great and their financial health doesn't inspire confidence even though your money would be protected.
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Fixed fee best if you have a larger pot. Comparison tables on here.
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I used Vanguard for a while, the platform was fine, but they've recently increased their fees for smalls pots, and their fees for large pots aren't competitive.
I'm currently switching to ii (interactive investor) because I like the idea of their flat monthly fee. So far they seem good but it's a bit too early to give a recommendation.
Hargreaves Lansdown are getting destroyed on TrustPilot for being slow at paying SIPP withdrawals, so I'd give them a miss until they sort that out.
Here's a link to give you a decent overview of the options:
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Some platforms are running switching offers so remember to check for those.
My personal stuff ISA/SIPP is with AJ Bell.
I've used them on a personal level, and professional level. Also used Fidelity Funds network, Elevate, ABRDN platforms at professional level
Charges vary but there's not a lot in them if you take a longer term view.
A J Bell app is 1st class. Can't fault it.
I've used them on a personal level, and professional level. Also used Fidelity Funds network, Elevate, ABRDN platforms at professional level
Charges vary but there's not a lot in them if you take a longer term view.
A J Bell app is 1st class. Can't fault it.
It's a shame about Vanguard.
I've used II for a few years now and never had a problem. Now owned by ABRDN is a put off but doesn't seem to have had an impact. I've moved family members from other platforms to II as they offer free family accounts.
Wouldn't touch HL personally.
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Still waiting for T212 to release their SIPP. Was supposed to be last year, but crickets. I think they've having real problems getting it off the ground.
I recommend freetrade especially for mid to large size portfolios, which most pensions are.
I dont have that large a pot, but ill be looking to add substantial sums from my own limited company over the next few years.Fixed fee best if you have a larger pot. Comparison tables on here.
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Would love 212 to release theirs.
I have used II for Stocks and Shares ISA but hate the interface, and recently trasnferred holdings to 212. THey normally have a SIPP offer so may go with them and transfer to 212 in the future if they ever release theirs. Financial adviser friend did recommend AJ Bell too.
Thanks for all the replies.
Companies couldn’t stop talking about “metaverse” not too long ago
ahh yea VR hype died fast...
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Markets looking very red this morning, was hoping for some green after last week
Indices are lower than when I moved the last of my ETFs to cash at end of November. I'm quite happy I'm sitting on cash right now.
I think there's probably an opportunity in crypto-related stocks as it's the perfect vehicle for Trump and his cronies to enrich themselves and I'm quite sure they will avail themselves of that opportunity, but I want none of it as the fundamentals are nonsense.
Tempted to buy some Intel back if it drops much more.