Investa, the UK’s first zero-commission options trading app, is returning to Crowdcube for its second round of fundraising. The campaign aims to raise at least £1 million to further scale Investa’s trading infrastructure, expand platform accessibility, and continue its mission to make options trading transparent and user-friendly for UK retail investors.

Investa’s first Crowdcube campaign in 2024 was a resounding success—overfunded by 220% and supported by nearly 500 investors. It became the most participated-in UK fintech raise on the European equity crowdfunding platform that year, hitting its funding goal in just four hours and closing six days early. Building on that momentum, Investa’s second round reflects growing investor confidence in its mission to democratize access to complex financial products.

The funds from this round will help Investa strengthen its operations and accelerate growth by launching an Android app, scaling customer acquisition, and advancing trading infrastructure. The company also plans to enhance its user experience with a more intuitive interface and empower its community of retail investors to play a greater role in shaping the future of options trading in the UK.

Takeaway

Investa’s second Crowdcube raise underscores its momentum as the UK’s leading zero-commission options trading platform, driven by demand for accessible and transparent retail investing tools.

The Early Access Launch opens on October 20, giving both new and existing investors the chance to register their interest and secure priority access to the Private Live round on October 27–28. The Public Live phase opens to all investors on October 29. This phased approach mirrors the structure of Investa’s first campaign, allowing committed early backers to engage before broader public participation begins.

Since its inaugural fundraise, Investa has launched its iOS app, which surpassed 1,000 downloads on day one and has facilitated over 2,000 trades across more than 100,000 options contracts. The company also integrated Open Banking, simplifying the process for users to fund their accounts securely. These milestones reflect Investa’s rapid growth and its appeal to both novice and seasoned retail traders seeking professional-grade access and zero-commission trading.

“The support we received from the Crowdcube community last year was phenomenal,” said Alec Beasley, Co-Founder and CEO of Investa. “It validated our mission to make options trading accessible to UK retail investors and showed that traders want the same opportunities professionals have had for years. With this next crowdfunding campaign, we’re building on our momentum to create the best options trading app on the market.”

Takeaway

With its Android launch and new infrastructure goals, Investa is moving toward offering a unified, mobile-first platform for UK investors to trade options with institutional-grade efficiency.

Matt Cooper, Co-CEO of Crowdcube, praised Investa’s success and commitment to financial inclusion. “Investa’s 2024 fundraise was really well supported. The team’s mission to open options trading to private individuals and retail investors in the UK clearly resonated. It’s always exciting for us to support companies that are expanding access to new asset classes.”

As Investa prepares for its next funding milestone, it continues to differentiate itself through a zero-commission model (other fees may apply) and a focus on education-driven investing. The company’s approach simplifies options trading while promoting transparency, empowering retail investors to engage in financial markets with greater confidence and control.

The second Crowdcube campaign marks a pivotal chapter in Investa’s growth story — bridging fintech innovation, retail empowerment, and community-driven investment to reshape how options trading is experienced in the UK.

Takeaway

Investa’s Crowdcube return blends community investment with fintech innovation, reinforcing its role as a catalyst for accessible and inclusive retail options trading in the UK.