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What is share CFD trading?
CFD stands for ‘Contract for Difference.’ When you trade share CFDs you are entering into a contract to exchange the difference in the value of an asset from the time you open the position to the time you close it.
Share CFD trading involves buying and selling CFDs of publicly listed companies to take advantage of changes in their share prices.
It allows you to speculate on the share price movement without actually owning the underlying stock.
Share CFD trading can be conducted on major exchanges like the NYSE, NASDAQ, Euronext or ASX, offering opportunities to invest in companies across various industries all over the world.
Whether you aim for long-term growth or short-term gains, share CFD trading can help you build wealth and achieve your financial goals.
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The benefits of share CFD trading
24-hour market
Unlike other financial markets, the forex market operates 24-hours a day, five days a week, allowing you to trade at any time that suits you, regardless of your location
Trade long or short
With forex trading,you have the flexibility to profit in both rising (long) and falling (short) markets, giving you more opportunities to make profitable trades
Diverse trading opportunities
With a wide range of currency pairs to choose from, you’ll be able to find trading opportunities in most economic conditions and market types
Access to leverage
Let your trading benefit from high leverage opportunities, allowing you to control a larger position with a smaller capital investment, potentially increasing your profits
Variety of sectors
Share CFD trading offers exposure to a wide range of industries and sectors, allowing you to invest in areas that align with your interests
Access to leverage
Take advantage of the high leverage on offer (from 10%), allowing you to control a larger position with a smaller capital investment
High liquidity
Share CFDs are typically highly liquid, meaning you can easily buy and sell them at your desired price without risk of slippage
Trade long or short
You can go long (buy) or short (sell) depending on your market view and current worldwide and sector price trends
Frequently asked questions
What are share CFDs?
- CFDs are a financial derivative that allows you to speculate on the price movement of an underlying asset without owning the asset
- They consist of an agreement between a trader and a broker to exchange the difference in the price of an asset at the time of entry and exit
- They offer the opportunity of leverage from 10%, allowing traders to control larger position sizes with a smaller initial investment
- Share CFDs are simple to trade, and can be used to make money in both rising and falling markets
How do CFDs work?
- When you trade a CFD, you open a position either long (by buying) or short (by selling)
- If you open a long position, you profit if the price of the underlying asset rises
- If you open a short position, you profit if the price of the underlying asset falls
- The profit or loss is calculated based on the difference between the opening and closing price multiplied by the contract size (less fees and charges)
- CFD trading typically offers high leverage which can amplify both opportunities and losses
Are share CFDs risky?
- Yes, CFDs are considered a risky trading product, as trading using high leverage amplifies both profits and losses
- It is possible to lose more than your initial investment, which is why risk management is a very important aspect of CFD trading
- CFDs can be highly volatile, and prices can fluctuate rapidly, which is why it is important to always use a stop-loss order
- It’s important to have a trading plan and a solid understanding of risk management strategies before starting to trade CFDs
- CFD trading is not suitable for everyone, and it’s important to educate yourself about the many aspects of trading CFDs before starting to trade
How do I start trading CFDs?
- Learn all about CFD trading: Educate yourself about the basics of CFD trading, risk management and technical analysis (reading trading charts) before starting to trade
- Open a trading account: With MarketMates, you can open a FREE account and trade up to $1M a month with no markups on spread, swap or commission
- Write a trading plan: Before starting to trade CFDs, write a trading plan using the FREE MarketMates template and other useful trading resources
- Decide on your trading strategy: Before starting to trade CFDs, you should have a clear idea of your trading strategy and your rules for entering and exiting a trade
- Set a stop-loss order: Ensure you set a stop-loss order to manage your risk and limit potential losses
- Monitor your trade carefully: Monitor your trade, adjusting your stop-loss and profit-take orders in response to changing market conditions
- Exit your trade: Close your trade when either your stop-loss or profit-take price has been achieved
- Record your trading results: Ensure you record each trade you undertake carefully, to enable you to analyse your results and continuously improve your trading strategy
What is the difference between trading indices and share CFDs?
- Diversification: Indices give exposure to a group of stocks, while individual stock CFD trading focuses on one company
- Volatility: Individual stocks can be more volatile due to company-specific events, whereas indices reflect broader market trends
- Risk: Indices spread the risk across many stocks, while individual CFD stock trading concentrates the risk on one company
- Price movement: Indices tend to move more steadily, while individual stock CFD prices can be more unpredictable and volatile
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Stock Chart
A powerful chart for you to use with all the customisable options you’d expect from TradingView.
Change the ticker, the time view, the type of chart you wish to view, and then add your favourite indicators.
Market Overview
See what’s happening in a range of markets including indices, futures, bonds and forex with this market overview tool.
You can change the market and ticker you wish to view, and alter the chart timeframe.
Use the slider located on the right-hand side to see more results.
Stock Market News
See all the top stories and breaking news with this daily news summary, filtered to only bring you the most important news about global shares.
Use the slider located on the right-hand side of the chart to scroll down and see more news items.
Stock Market Data
This stock market data list provides an overview of the top five most active stocks on the NASDAQ.
You can filter the results by most active, gainers and losers based on current market activity.
Change the price graph by clicking on the stock you are most interested in.
Change the date range from daily to monthly, etc. using the date range selector under the chart.
Market Screener
See what’s happening with price action on your favourite share CFDs with this market screener set to display US stock market action, including the NASDAQ and NYSE.
It’s really handy for sorting symbols by both technical and fundamental analysis parameters.
You can use the filter option to view shares by:
- Price, change percent and change $
- Technical rating
- Volume and volume price
- Market cap and P/E
- Dividends
- Top gainers and losers
- Daily, weekly and all-time highs and lows
- Outperforming and underperforming
- Earnings this week
Use the slider located on the right-hand side to see more results, and the slider at the base of the screener to see more columns.
Economic Calendar
Never miss vital upcoming economic events with this useful events calendar.
See all the most important events and announcements you need to know from the top G20 nations of the world.
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