My Research Tree review will show you how you can use it to improve your returns by accessing high quality research coverage on stocks you’re interested in and stocks you own. Much of this equity coverage does come with a structural bias because many of the notes are written by the House Broker of a […]
Forex trading interests lots of people because of the potential returns. However, trading this asset class is extremely difficult. This is further compounded by the fact that many scammers are out there trying to take money from people, making forex a market that is difficult to trust. This article will cover various forex scams and
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 products is due to a lack of understanding. This is further compounded by not having a clear strategy. This article
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. Even if traders do use a trading journal, the wrong KPIs can lead to poorer performance. This article will walk
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 strategy. Financial markets exist for companies to raise money but you can make money in the stock market if you
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 to short stocks. This article explains what the act of short selling is, how to short and where, and covers
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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 and sell higher – others say to buy falling prices and sell higher. Who is correct? This article will explain
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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% of their income. This article explains the rules for spread betting and explores the various situations. It covers the rules
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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 execution, which results in poorer P&L performance. But don’t worry, in this article I’ll explain everything you need to know
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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 further exacerbated by the fact that there is little information on the topic readily available. This article will walk through
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IG is exiting the market in a big way leaving a big hole in trading leveraged small caps.
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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. Conducting stock analysis is essential if you want to outperform and make money in shares. This article will show you
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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 with little recourse available. Shares listed on AIM are popular because of their lottery ticket factor and high volatility, but
2019 was a great year for some investors. Last year, I asked on Twitter what people learned in 2019. The world has changed hugely. Coronavirus wasn’t in our everyday vocabulary. But fast forward twelve months and most of the country is in a Tier 4 lockdown yet global equities are pressing all-time highs. However, I’m
There are hundreds of books written on investing and financial markets and it can be difficult to decide which to read first! This is further compounded by the fact that it is hard to know which authors and investing strategies have credibility and which investing books have practical takeaways and advice. This article will list
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