IG Review 2024: The Greatest UK Trading Broker?
Many traders don’t know which broker to choose when starting out. There is lots of information, but most reviews only have a little detail. This means that traders are left in the dark when choosing
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What is a Share Buyback and Why Do Companies Do it?
In this article, we’re going to look at what a share buyback is, how they work, why companies do them, and whether investors benefit. When companies have built up surplus cash, they have three options.
Warrants vs Options: What’s the Difference?
Warrants and options can be confusing to investors. This means they miss out on potentially lucrative opportunities. Warrants and options which are often referred to as ‘stock warrants’ and ‘stock options’ are two terms you
Best Spread Betting Brokers (2024 Update)
One of the major decisions all spread bettors are faced with is which spread betting broker we decide to use for our spread bets. The problem is that there are many spread betting brokers –
Best Trading Software & Tools (2024 Update)
All traders want the best trading software and tools for the job. The problem is there are many tools and software products, all making bold claims and promises. Unfortunately, many of these claims fall short
Best Level 2 Trading Platform in the UK (2024 Update)
Level 2 provides you with full viewing of the order book in real-time on the London Stock Exchange (LSE) and provides insights in how you can get better pricing using direct market access (DMA). Level 2 also shows us the market depth and the liquidity available for the security.
Best Online Stock Broker UK (2024 Update)
Choosing your stock broker in the UK can be a daunting task. There are many stock brokers to choose from and a lot of information out there. This is further compounded by confusing jargon and
What is Shorting a Stock: Short Selling Explained
Many traders don’t understand the risks of short selling. This can cause them to lose their capital quickly, and this is further compounded by the fact that information can be conflicting. This article will walk you
The Market Cycle: Everything You Need to Know
Understanding the market cycle isn’t easy, even for experienced stock buyers and traders who work in the market every day. Cycles vary in length depending on your goals with each phase presenting a unique challenge
When to Sell Stocks and Shares
Selling stocks and shares in an investment portfolio is an age-old problem for everyone who deals in financial markets. Fear and uncertainty constantly play with emotions, forcing us to ask ourselves if we should sell
Uranium Bull Market: Why Are Uranium Stocks Going Up?
Investors are starting to position themselves for the coming uranium bull market. Cash is now actively flowing into a sector that has been unloved for almost a decade. Uranium’s recent rally has started to gain
What is a Rights Issue? Everything You Need To Know
Rights issues are often misunderstood by private investors. The problem is that there’s little information about rights issues in clear and easy to understand language. In this article, I will explain what rights issues are
AIM Share Tips & Strategies You Need To Know
The AIM trading market is attractive for new traders and investors. Many of the shares listed there are higher-risk but offer high rewards – with some stocks increasing in price ten-fold. Some AIM winners include Boohoo and
What Affects Share Prices? And How are Stock Prices Determined?
There are many factors that determine share prices. Many of these factors are ignored by private investors and so they miss out on moves. Share prices often move for specific reasons and if you know
What is Normal Market Size (NMS)?
Many traders don’t understand Normal Market Size. This can lead to difficulty in getting out of stocks leading to painful losses. Furthermore, there are ways that you can use NMS to your advantage against other
