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CFDs are contracts for difference that offer leverage. Many traders are excited by leverage as it magnifies profits but forget that it also amplifies potential losses. The reason that most traders lose when trading these
Trading journals are a necessary part of a trader’s daily life. However, many traders don’t use a trading journal and as a result this lack of data means they are leaving money on the table.
Many traders open their trades then do nothing until they are closed. This can be not only detrimental to P&L but it can mean that your trading capital is not being worked as hard as
One way to make money in the stock market is by trading shares for a profit. To make money in the markets this way, you need to make consistent gains repeatedly and have a trading
Short selling is a controversial topic. It is notoriously difficult, and this problem is worsened by the fact that there is so much conflicting information. Most traders lose when trading leveraged products which are required
Many traders struggle when it comes to trading patterns. They don’t know what to look for and this is further compounded by the amount of conflicting information out there. Some say to buy rising prices
The Regulatory News Service (RNS) is the official news provider as designated by the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA). The RNS feed is one of the most important tools for both traders and investors. However, this
The biggest advantage of spread betting is that all gains are tax-free. However, the line can become blurred for those who self-certify as Professional Traders and those who rely on stock market profits for 100%
Last month, I was involved in a private share placement for a stock I’m holding. It allowed me to get cheaper shares than the market price. Share placings are a great addition to a trader’s
AIM Rule 26 is a regulatory rule that states that all AIM companies must have a website publicly available that includes information about the business including its location. AIM Rule 26 also shows the number
Like many retail traders, you may not be aware of what an iceberg order is, how to identify them, and how to use iceberg orders to your advantage. Not understanding iceberg orders will impact your
Many private investors and retail traders do not understand the difference between the London Stock Exchange‘s trading platforms. This means that they are not getting the best execution and leaving money on the table. This is
IG is exiting the market in a big way leaving a big hole in trading leveraged small caps.
Researching stocks and companies can be a daunting task. Where do you start? How do you know what is relevant? This problem is exacerbated by the amount of noise readily available in the financial world.
The Alternative Investment Market (AIM) is a junior growth market on the London Stock Exchange. The problem is that the AIM is full of hazards. The lack of enforced regulation means AIM can swindle investors
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