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Start trading the Financial Markets

27 September 2022

Looking to trade the financial markets? You are not alone.

Getting started with online trading can feel like a challenge today’s world offers many possibilities. However, trading isn’t that scary once you know what Contracts For Difference (CFDs) are and how you can trade CFDs on forex (FX), commodities, shares, indices and cryptocurrencies. This guide will cover the difference between CFD trading and traditional share (stock, securities) trading, how to trade CFDs, why markets can be volatile, risk management, plus the different strategies that can be implemented.

Let’s start with explaining trading from the beginning, slowly getting to basic trading strategies and other important aspects. Read on to learn more about trading CFDs on forex, commodities, indices, shares, and cryptocurrencies.

Table of Contents

Introduction

The Foundations of the Financial Markets

How to start trading

What tools and platforms are used in trading

How to choose a CFD broker

Conclusion & Next Steps

Start trading the Financial Markets

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Company information

Eightcap Global Limited, regulated by The Securities Commission of The Bahamas (SCB) (SIA-F220) at registered address 201 Church Street, Sandyport, Nassau, Bahamas.

Eightcap International Ltd (registration number 8427413-1) is regulated by the Seychelles Financial Services Authority (FSA SD100) at registered address Office 12, 3rd Floor, IMAD Complex, Ile Du Port, Mahe, Seychelles.

Eightcap Limited is incorporated in the Seychelles with registration number 196744.

Eightcap International Trading (registration number 227050) is regulated by the Mauritian Financial Services Commission (GB25204603) with registered address Silicon Avenue, 40 Cybercity, The Cyberati Lounge, Ground Floor, The Catalyst, Ebene, Mauritius.

CLMarkets Limited (SVG 24750 IBC 2018) trading as Eightcap International at registered address Suite 305, Griffith Corporate Centre, PO Box 1510, Beachmont, Kingstown, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines.

Important Risk Warning

Risk Warning: Margin trading involves a high level of risk, and may not be suitable for all investors. You should carefully consider your objectives, financial situation, needs and level of experience before entering into any margined transactions with Eightcap, and seek independent advice if necessary. Forex and CFDs are highly leveraged products which mean both gains and losses are magnified. You should only trade in these products if you fully understand the risks involved and can afford losses without adversely affecting your lifestyle (including the risk of losing the entirety of your initial investment). You must assess and consider them carefully before making any decision about using our products or services.

CFDs are complex instruments and come with a high risk of losing money rapidly due to leverage. The majority of retail investor accounts lose money when trading CFDs. You should consider whether you understand how CFDs work and whether you can afford to take the high risk of losing your money.

The information on this website is general in nature and doesn't take into account your personal objectives, financial circumstances, or needs. It is not targeted at the general public of any specific country and is not intended for distribution to residents in any jurisdiction where that distribution would be unlawful or contravene regulatory requirements. Eightcap International Ltd makes reasonable efforts to provide accurate translations of the website in other languages for your convenience. Where content is missing, inaccurate or incomplete, the English version prevails.

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