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How to terminate or close your trading account?
Here's an unusual question: when, how and why close a trading account?
Renewed restrictions on CFDs
The European Securities and Markets Authority (ESMA) has agreed to renew the restrictions on the marketing, distribution or sale of contracts for differences (CFDs) to retail clients, in effect since 1 August.
Bitcoin: Why the renewed optimism?
Bitcoin enthusiasts, and fans of cryptocurrencies in general, have all noticed the “nice price hike” over the past few days. A slightly euphemistic phrase in light of the market gloom of 2018. How has this come about? Why now? Will it last?
Brexit: which possible outcomes after this evening’s vote?
Will Brexit be cancelled? Will the UK have a new Prime Minister? Will the UK leave the EU and, if so, when?
Theresa May seeks Brexit extension
As predicted by so many, the UK prime minister has asked for a Brexit extension until June 30, while assuring the EU Britain will not be voting in the coming European elections.
Leaving your job to become a trader: good or bad idea?
Before embarking on the adventure that is personal trading and trying to live off it, one must ask oneself the following questions (and answer them clearly, preferably): What does becoming a self-employed trader mean? What does living off trading mean?
Choosing your broker in 6 criteria
Conducting some online research will help you choose the right broker and make the best possible negotiations, without any unpleasant surprises!
ActivTrader: ActivTrades' newest trading platform
Online broker ActivTrades recently revealed ActivTrader, its new, innovative advanced trading platform and the result of masses of CFD trading expertise and a great deal of researching into cutting-edge technology. ActivTrades wanted to offer clients an intuitive interface that would enable them to trade with speed and flexibility within a high-tech environment. The trading experience on ActivTrader is sophisticated and streamlined.
Artificial Intelligence: will trading robots soon replace human traders?
In recent years an important phenomenon has been at work, in the finance world as a whole, and in particular on the finance markets.
Investing in CFD Cannabis with Plus500
Cannabis has entered the world of trading and financial markets for some time now. With its legalization in some countries, it has become a financial value in its own right. As a result, online broker Plus500 has launched a tradable cannabis index via its CFD platform.