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Free investing lessons

Short, interactive lessons built on real market data. No jargon, no sales pitch. Start with the beginner's guide if you're new.

How to read an annual report

The income statement, balance sheet and cash flow statement, explained line by line with any large company's real figures.

Four crashes, and what they teach

The dot-com bust, 2008, Covid and 2022 with real prices: how far the market fell, how long recovery took, and what happened to people who sold.

Time in the market vs timing the market

What happens to £1,000 if you miss the best days, and why the best days cluster around the worst ones.

How interest rates move share prices

Why higher rates pull valuations down, worked through with a simple calculator you can play with.

Glossary

Every investing term on the site explained in plain English.