Ten months after announcing its plans, XTB has officially entered the UK’s £400 billion ISA market. The fintech company now offers tax-efficient Individual Savings Accounts (ISAs) with zero trading commissions and a 4.75% interest rate on uninvested cash balances.
A New Era for ISAs: Zero Fees and Competitive Interest
XTB’s new stocks and shares ISA allows UK investors to trade without commission while earning interest on idle funds. Joshua Raymond, Managing Director of XTB UK, highlighted this launch as a significant step toward becoming a full-service investment and savings platform. The ISA is designed to offer flexibility, enabling investors to manage their portfolios efficiently while enjoying tax benefits.
“ISAs have been incredibly popular since their introduction 25 years ago,” Raymond said. “However, many come with high costs and low interest rates. Our goal is to offer terms that are among the best in the market.”
Low Fees for High-Volume Traders
While most investors will enjoy zero trading fees, those exceeding €100,000 in monthly trading volume will face a 0.2% fee. Interest on uninvested cash is calculated daily and credited monthly, ensuring steady returns for customers who keep cash balances.
Aligning with Broader Strategies
The ISA launch is part of XTB’s larger mission to make investing more accessible. In addition to ISAs, the company has introduced features like a multi-currency payment card and retirement accounts for Polish investors. Despite these new offerings, Contracts for Difference (CFDs) remain XTB’s primary revenue source, accounting for 98% of its income.
Raymond emphasized that the ISA is meant to complement, not replace, XTB’s existing services. “We aim to provide a competitive, zero-cost entry into the market while ensuring uninvested funds continue to work for our clients,” he explained.
Expansion and Future Plans
XTB has been expanding its services globally, catering to over 1.2 million clients in Europe, the Middle East, and South America. The company has also rolled out automated Investment Plans for passive ETF portfolios and introduced new security measures like two-factor authentication (2FA).
Looking ahead, XTB plans to unveil its 2025 strategy early next year. While the company has yet to confirm the inclusion of bonds or the EU’s PEPP Scheme in its offerings, Raymond assured that client demand will continue to drive their product development.
Strong Financial Performance
XTB’s recent upgrades appear to be paying off. In Q3 2024, the company reported a 67.3% increase in revenue compared to the same period in 2023. Revenue for the first nine months of 2024 reached 1.4 billion zlotys, with net profit nearly doubling to 204 million zlotys in the last quarter.
