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Delay with buy limit on HL

AskAsk · 2021-12-02 12:06:02

I have noticed that HL buy limit can be delayed as long as 10 minutes, by which time the price has gone up. I have spoken to HL about the issue and they are aware of it but don't seem to be that bothered about it and advises me to do the buy myself as their buy limit can not be relied upon and I would be faster than their…

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maxsteam Posts: 718 Forumite

4 December 2021 at 11:39PM

AskAsk said:

Anyone else experienced this with HL? May be I should look for a platform that will act on buy limit in a timely manner? Any recommendations?

The HL service worked well for me yesterday. I put the limit order in, it was accepted by their system. Five minutes later, the price moved and the order went through at a price that was 2p better than my limit.

Every platform has its quirks. I personally prefer Degiro.

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