Webull Rolls Out £1 ETF and Stock Trading With Upvest Support

Webull’s UK arm has partnered with Berlin-based tech firm Upvest to let users buy fractional shares of UK stocks and ETFs starting from just £1. This is the first time Webull UK is offering access to London Stock Exchange-listed assets, expanding beyond its usual focus on US and Asian markets. The new feature is now live and available to British investors on the platform.

The company said the partnership uses Upvest’s investment API, which handles the technical side of the trades in the background. This makes it possible for users to buy small slices of stocks instead of full shares. It’s a step aimed at making investing more flexible and open to more people, especially those who want to start with lower amounts.

Webull Adds UK-Listed Shares And ETFs For Local Investors On Its Platform

Webull said it now serves more than 24 million users across 14 licensed markets around the world. Its platform is known for giving retail traders access to tools normally reserved for professionals. With the addition of UK-listed shares and ETFs, the company is offering more local options for investors based in Britain.

Nick Saunders, leader of Webull UK, said the move is an important step in helping more users invest on their terms. He explained that by using Upvest’s infrastructure, the platform is now able to offer British investors easier access to domestic markets. Saunders also described the launch as a major step forward in the company’s wider plan to grow locally.

Fractional shares let investors buy just a portion of a share, instead of needing to pay for the full price. That means someone could invest £1 in a company whose full shares cost £100 or more. The firm said this helps break down a barrier that keeps some people from getting started.

Upvest Gains Ground In UK With FCA Approval And Client Growth

Webull UK has been steadily adding new features. Last year, it introduced tools for exchange-traded products and savings options. This latest addition helps round out the app’s offerings for UK users. The company is trying to create a full experience for those who want to manage their money and investments in one place.

Upvest is also growing quickly in the UK. The firm said it received full approval from the Financial Conduct Authority last year and has been adding clients since. It already works with companies like Revolut and bunq and processes over 2 million orders a week across 20 markets. This is its second major UK partnership.

Symmie Swil, Upvest’s UK general manager, said the Webull partnership is a strong move for both companies. She explained that it supports Upvest’s goal of making investing feel as simple and accessible as everyday spending. She joined the company earlier this year to help lead its UK expansion. The team is now focused on growing its presence and scaling operations across the country.

Upvest said it plans to triple its weekly order capacity in the UK by the end of the year. It’s also preparing to roll out more client partnerships before the year ends. The company has been investing in systems that can handle rising demand. Its UK operations are now a major focus of its European growth.

Founded in 2017, Upvest has over 200 employees across Berlin, London, and Tallinn. The company raised €100 million in a Series C funding round last year to help expand in Europe. That round was led by Hedosophia and Sapphire Ventures. The funds are being used to grow the team and build out infrastructure.

The new feature arrives as more platforms across Europe are offering fractional trading. For Webull UK and Upvest, the goal is to offer users more choice, flexibility, and control. The two firms said they are working closely to bring more tools and assets to the platform in the near future.