A Brighton internet share trading service announced record growth this quarter as investors reacted to the recent stock market rise.

As the Footsie 100 hit a two-year high, ShareCrazy experienced a substantial increase in trading volumes and new account applications.

ComPeer, the independent reviewer of share dealing trends, brokers and volumes, also reported in its Q2 2003 survey that ShareCrazy.com had a record number of trades through its site.

The web site, which has gained a large and loyal following since its launch in 2000, offers a low-cost share dealing service.

ShareCrazy director Malcolm Stacey said: "Investors want information to help them make decisions to buy or sell shares in a clear, jargon- free and uncluttered format."

Thursday November 13, 2003