More younger people are showing interest in the Alternative Investment Market, a poll conducted by TD Direct Investing has found.
These findings come nearly one year after George Osborne announced in his 2013 Autumn Statement that Aim stocks would become available in Isas.
The study showed that 3.5 times more 30 to 44 year olds were investing in Aim, compared to those aged 45-75.
The figures also indicated that some of the main reasons for increased investment in Aim are due to confidence in the market and a positive economic outlook for the UK.
| Reason for investing in AIM | Percentage |
| Positive economic outlook | 76% |
| Potential for high returns | 71% |
| Allowance of Aim stocks in Isas | 70% |
| Others are already investing in Aim | 65% |
| High profile companies are investing in Aim | 64% |
The study said that approximately 89 per cent of investors aged between 30 and 44 expressed confidence in Aim’s ability to deliver returns.
In total, TD Direct Investing estimated that about 25 per cent of their investors are including Aim stocks in their portfolio.
Darren Hepworth, global trading director for TD Direct Investing, said: “our findings highlight a shift in understanding and behaviour among ‘younger’ investors”
He added: “We are finally seeing the positive effects of the uplift in the UK economy, with younger investors increasingly showing interest in the Aim market.”
