The view from here
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Crest and the Internet have changed the way that investors deal in stocks in the United Kingdom. Investors benefit from greater choice and knowledge. They can select from four different levels of service, from execution only dealers who carry out transactions for investors who have decided what to buy and sell, to discretionary portfolio services, where brokers take decisions without approval being necessary. Brokers can also provide nominee accounts which allow investors to receive dividends but not automatic company reports.
Publication Name: Investors Chronicle
Subject: Business
ISSN: 0261-3115
Year: 1999
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Over valued, over blown and over here
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Some United Kingdom stockbrokers offer access to overseas markets, but the service may be expensive. Globalization has meant that many investors focus on sectors rather than geographical regions. This applies to sectors such as telecoms and pharmaceuticals. The service has yet to become popular in the UK, though some investors are interested in brand names owned by US companies. Overseas-based stock brokers may charge less than UK brokers, though not all overseas brokers will take on foreign clients.
Publication Name: Investors Chronicle
Subject: Business
ISSN: 0261-3115
Year: 1999
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Price and prejudice
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United Kingdom stockbrokers offer varying levels of service and can pay lower fees for execution only services, or pay more for advisory portfolios, with brokers taking decisions. The internet is putting pressure on execution only services. Investors should ensure that brokers conduct settlement and dealing in an efficient way. Costs are more difficult to compare with higher service levels since services may not always be comparable, and commisions and fees may be charged in different combinations.
Publication Name: Investors Chronicle
Subject: Business
ISSN: 0261-3115
Year: 1999
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