FTSE 100: Is it time to get out ... or invest? - 17.10.2009
Guardian
The article was based on the FTSE 100 being at its highest for more than a year and discussed if it was safe to invest in the stockmarket. ComPeer featured in a section of the article related to small investors trading again:
"This year's dramatic and unexpected stockmarket recovery has encouraged thousands of small investors to start trading again. A seven-month rally has seen the benchmark FTSE 100 soar by almost 50% to more than 5000, from a low of 3512 in early March.
Trading has now hit levels last seen during the dotcom boom, with 4m deals made through execution-only stockbroker sites between April and June, according to analysts ComPeer.
With the economy still shaky, it isn't a one-way bet. But if you're tempted, setting up an account and placing your first trade is easier than you think."