E*TRADE is the global leader in online investing. Lower your commissions not expectations and trade from a flat £9.95 commission. Trade in UK and US shares, CFDs, Forex, Self-Select ISA, PEP, SIPP and access research and tools including FREE Level II data and technical analysis. A dedicated service is available for active traders as well as small investors. [E*Trade]

Simple Investments is a privately owned and independent firm of stockbrokers. We have taken years of city experience and expertise to create a unique service based in the heart of Surrey. [Simple Investments]

A choice of current accounts tailored to suit all types of customer, as well as a range of savings and credit card accounts too. They\'ve got expert services to help you if you\'re buying a home, going on holiday or starting your first job. [Natwest Bank]

Real time trading, direct access to markets and free information. Flat Fee commission of £7 - no account fees, just £7 to Trade. Also get one month commission free trading when you sign-up. They offer at no extra cost statements online, Limits and Stop Losses and daily email reviewing market news, broker views and other interesting ideas and issues. [Hoodless Brennan & Partners Plc]

American Express Investments (formerly American Express Sharepeople) customers enjoy real-time prices on over 2000 LSE securities, the ability to place ‘fill or kill' limit orders and stop losses for up to 90 days, trade in multiple currencies and receive email and SMS alerts. Enjoy unlimited free equity buys from now until 28th February 2005. [American Express Investments]

Every week, in a punchy, accessible format, MoneyWeek brings you the latest financial news, City gossip, the week’s best share tips, what is happening in the investment markets and money-saving ideas. [Moneyweek Magazine]

An international direct brokerage service. Real time access to all major exchanges in North America, the United Kingdom and Continental Europe, and to mutual funds from premier asset managers Competitive pricing starting from only EUR 19.6 per trade and extensive research facilities. [Internaxx Offshore]

Barclays Stockbrokers offer a range of accounts tailored to your needs, including flexible dealing charges and tax-efficient opportunities. £7.50 per online trade when you trade more than 10 times a quarter; otherwise it’s £12 . Access to valuable information, tools and research. Real-time price quotes online. Barclays Stockbrokers Price Improver® links to 15 Market Makers to get the best deal available to them. [Barclays Stockbrokers]

Financial Spread Betting made easy. A simple, clearly laid out spread betting service with fast access to global indices, commodities, bonds, and single shares. Try the unique virtual trading simulator with £20,000 in virtual funds. Register online, make your first virtual money trade within moments and take advantage of competitive spreads. [TradIndex]

The world's leading spread betting company. Bet on the action, live on the Internet. You will find all their latest markets in the live prices section and their exclusive on-line betting software provides immediate access to their up-to-the minute quotes. [IG Index]