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IG UK Offers: New Transfer Cashback and Welcome Bonus

IG updated two of its UK investment offers. From today, a new transfer incentive replaces the existing transfer offer. It also has a welcome bonus running until the end of 2026 for new clients. Full details of both are here. Free Share Bundle (Welcome Offer) For clients who are new [...]

Spread Co Review: Safe, Simple, but Limited

Spread Co is a UK broker operating since 2006, focused on spread betting and CFD trading. It doesn’t try to compete on branding or hype; it positions itself as a straightforward, regulated option for traders who want a simple setup without unnecessary features. It’s FCA‑regulated, offers access to the [...]

Best Prop Firms for Clients in India in 2026 Compared

Proprietary trading firms have become an increasingly popular option for traders in India. These firms provide access to larger trading capital through structured evaluation programs, allowing traders to scale their strategies without committing significant personal funds. As retail trading continues to grow across India, more traders are exploring funded [...]

IG March Promotions – Make the Most Out of Them

Offer 1: 5% Cashback on Investments – Extended until 30 March Promo code: CASHBACK200 New clients can receive 5% cashback on the daily average value of their investments, up to £200. Key details: Open a GIA, ISA or SIPP using code CASHBACK200 during the promotional period Place a first trade of [...]

ETF Guide

An ETF, or Exchange-Traded Fund, is a security that tracks an index, a commodity, or a basket of assets like stocks, bonds, or commodities. ETFs can be bought and sold throughout the day on a stock exchange, just like individual stocks. It makes them attractive to investors because they [...]

Support and Resistance Strategies for Stock Traders

There are many ways to trade support and resistance levels. Let’s take a look at some of the most popular strategies. Horizontal support and resistance One of the most common ways to trade support and resistance is to look for horizontal levels. When price reaches a horizontal level, it [...]

Top Traits of the Successful Forex Traders

There’s no denying that learning how to trade forex has made millionaires out of many people. However, not just anyone can jump into the markets and start profiting. Although anybody with the will to learn can develop the skills necessary to make it big, here are some traits you’ll [...]

How to Use Bullish Candlestick Patterns When Buying Stocks

If you’re looking to buy stocks, one way to find good quality candidates is to use technical analysis to predict future market movements. Many traders analyze candlestick patterns, as they can give you a better sense of market sentiment and potential price movements. Particularly, they look for bullish candlestick [...]

The Biggest Problem With FX Trading and How You Can Fix It

The biggest problem with FX trading is that it is often perceived as being too complicated for the average person to comprehend, let alone participate. There are so many different factors to consider, and it can be tough to keep track of everything. This is why many people end [...]

Are ETFs Riskier Than Trading Stocks?

Any pro-trader will tell you that there is no one-size-fits-all approach when it comes to investing. Each investor has different objectives, risk tolerance and time horizon. As a result, the investment strategies that work for one person may not suit another. Exchange-traded funds (ETFs) have become increasingly popular in [...]

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