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Day trading: Learn how to day trade

Day trading is hugely popular among retail traders – although it comes with significant risks. So can you day trade successfully? Find out here.

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September 12, 2023 02:02 PM
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A guide to CFD trading strategies

Discover the best CFD trading strategies, including which are better for short-term or long-term trading.

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September 5, 2023 08:30 AM
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Benefits and risks of using AI in trading

Artificial intelligence is revolutionising the way we trade. While using AI for trading can enhance efficiency, it also entails certain risks.

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Derivative trading: definition, types and strategies

Derivative trading is a popular way to speculate on, or hedge against, market movements. Find out the different types of derivative products you can use.

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Margin call in trading: meaning, calculation and examples

A margin call tells you when your leveraged trading account balance is no longer enough to cover your open positions. Discover more about margin calls including the calculation and an example of how margin calls work.

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CFD trading for beginners

Looking to get started with CFDs? Read our CFD trading for beginners guide for a handy introduction to the topic. Including how to learn CFD trading, a few strategies to get you started and more.

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What are the tax advantages of CFD trading?

Discover how CFDs are taxed in the UK here. Including whether you’ll pay stamp duty and capital gains tax (CGT) when you trade contracts for difference, and the tax differences between CFDs and spread betting.

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December 13, 2022 05:30 PM
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ASX200 Afternoon Report September 21st Sep 2022

The ASX200 trades 105 points lower (-1.54%) at 6701 at 3.00 pm Sydney time.

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What is the short interest ratio?

The short interest ratio is an easy formula to understand how strongly a stock is being shorted. Learn how to calculate the short interest ratio yourself and how it can influence your trading strategy.

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May 16, 2022 03:51 PM

Are things turning sour for the US economy?

In a holiday-shortened week, the US economy is generating quite a few headlines to chew over during the 4th July celebrations. The first is the […]

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July 2, 2015 05:50 PM

Fed trumps Greece as dollar tumble continues

Looking at the FX market you wouldn’t think that European officials are heading into an historical meeting that could decide the long-term fate of Greece. […]

We have seen a Negative start to the European equity markets this morning with Spain’s prime minister

Spread betting provider City Index brings you the 11th of July Market Update with Nick Holloway: We have seen a NEGATIVE start to the European […]

UK & US equities closed lower yesterday with continued signs of instability in the eurozone

Watch the latest market update from spread betting provider City Index with Adam Morrow. UK & US equities closed lower yesterday with continued signs of […]

Much like British sport this weekend

Watch the latest market update from the floor of City Index with Daniel Lewis. Headlines include: Much like British sport this weekend, there has been a […]

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