Investa, the UK’s first zero-commission options trading app (other fees may apply), has reached its £1 million minimum fundraising target just one week after launching its second Crowdcube campaign.
Following its first round raise on the European equity crowdfunding platform, which was 220% overfunded, Investa launched its 2025 Public Live phase on Wednesday, 29th October, opening the door for more investors to join its mission to transform access to options trading in the UK.
After starting this latest campaign with £678,000 of direct investment, the past week has seen a further £370,000 committed to the round from over 230 investors – raised via Crowdcube investors and direct investors – bringing the total funding to more than £1 million.
The strong response underscores growing investor interest in fintech solutions that increase transparency, inclusivity, and accessibility for the retail market.
Investa’s first round was the most participated-in UK fintech raise on Crowdcube in 2024 and drew nearly 500 investors.
This surge is further evidenced by recent high-performing Crowdcube campaigns from Chip, Prosper, and Zero, suggesting investor enthusiasm for startup equity crowdfunding is on the rise again after a period of plateau.
“The response since we launched early access has been fantastic and is already mirroring our remarkable first round,” said Alec Beasley, CEO of Investa. “It’s clear that UK investors want to get behind businesses with a clear mission and proven traction. We believe trading should be accessible, transparent, and community-led, and our crowdfunding round reflects that philosophy. We’re giving everyone the opportunity to share in Investa’s growth and help drive change across the UK trading landscape.”
“Crowdcube has now processed more than £1.5b of private market investment,” said Matt Cooper, Co-CEO of Crowdcube. “Crowdcube remains a vital route for growth-stage fintechs looking to engage their user base, build a strong community and attract new capital. The appetite for retail investors to invest in early-stage fintechs remains strong and it’s a pleasure to support companies like Investa as they continue to grow and innovate.”
