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Explore the UK share market
From global leaders to growing UK businesses
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The London Stock Exchange gives investors access to companies of different sizes across a broad range of sectors.
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FTSE 100
Largest UK-listed companies across major sectors.
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FTSE 250
The next 250 largest companies, with greater exposure to the domestic UK economy.
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AIM
Smaller and growing companies, with potentially greater volatility and risk.
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A broad range of sectors
Financials, healthcare, energy, industrials, consumer brands, technology, property and more.
Dividends and income
Understanding income from UK shares
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Many UK-listed companies return part of their profits to shareholders through dividends. These payments can provide an additional source of investment return alongside any change in the share price.
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How dividends work
A dividend is a payment made by a company to eligible shareholders. The amount and frequency vary between companies and are determined by the company’s board.
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Dividend yield
Dividend yield shows the annual dividend as a percentage of the current share price. A higher yield does not necessarily mean a better investment and can sometimes reflect a falling share price.
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Important dates
Investors generally need to own the shares before the ex-dividend date to qualify for the next dividend payment.
Dividends are not guaranteed
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Companies can increase, reduce or cancel dividends depending on their financial position and business outlook.
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UK shares and Stocks & Shares ISAs
A tax-efficient way to hold eligible UK shares
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Eligible UK shares can be held within a Stocks & Shares ISA, allowing investors to build a portfolio without paying UK Capital Gains Tax on investment gains or UK tax on dividends received within the ISA.
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A Stocks & Shares ISA can hold a range of investments, including shares in many UK-listed companies, subject to eligibility.
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ISA allowances and tax rules can change, and eligibility depends on individual circumstances.​
Looking beyond the UK?
Explore opportunities in the US market​​​
Alongside UK shares, Guardian can help you access leading US listed companies across sectors including technology, healthcare, financial services, consumer brands and industrials.
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US markets provide access to many of the world’s largest and most widely followed companies, while introducing additional considerations such as currency movements and US market hours.
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