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The Top 10 crypto-currencies to watch out for in 2021

Cryptocurrencies, like Bitcoin, saw a boom year in 2020. The year 2021 promises breakthroughs for some of the sector's so-called outsiders.  Despite the economic turmoil of the past year, the crypto market remains as buoyant and the community as loyal as ever. Here we...

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    Which are the 10 largest stock exchanges in the world?

    The largest stock exchanges in the world account for the majority of financial flows and international transactions. Certain markets dictate the pace of global finance, as well as acting as economic beacons for their host countries. Read on to discover our top 10...

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    The Top 5 Trading Apps

    Reactivity has become an essential part of trading today. For experienced professional traders, as well as those just starting out in the financial markets, being connected is now an essential part of the trading experience. Technological tools, such as smartphones,...

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    Psychology: the FOMO phenomenon in trading

    Let's take a look at the psychological phenomenon known as "FOMO". You may have read blogs or seen stock market programmes in which the commentators have used the term "FOMO". What does “FOMO” mean exactly, and what does it have to do with trading?   1. WHAT IS...

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    Day Trading Tips for Beginners

    Day trading consists of buying and selling a financial instrument on the same day or even several times during a day. You have to know how to take advantage of small price movements in order to create a lucrative momentum. But it can be a dangerous game to play for...

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    Nine principles to follow to protect yourself against inflation

    Inflation is a phenomenon well known to economists and financial analysts. It tends to be rather cyclical in nature. Inflation has a habit of resurging after periods of stagnation. It is important not to hit the panic button as soon as inflation starts to appear....

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    What is a Bull Market?

    In the trading world, you will most likely hear the term "bull market" used on a daily basis. It describes a market that is currently on the rise. A bull market is when the price of an investment rises over a long period of time. This term is commonly used to describe...

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    The top 3 most promising cryptocurrencies in 2020

    Cryptocurrencies have transformed the business world. They have created a whole new approach to investing. Although only 3% of investors currently trade with digital currency, the numbers are steadily increasing worldwide. The cryptocurrency market is growing at a...

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    Why trade with IG?

    Reliability and recognition Created in 1974, IG is the first company of its kind. They have managed to retain their avantgarde status and maintain their position as a world leader in the market by placing innovation at the heart of their development. This is why this...

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    Who are the top three traders in the world?

    Trading is a profession that fascinates, as do the extraordinary individuals that have helped shape its history. The top ranking traders in the world continue to inspire new generations as they enter into finance. Like elite sportsmen and women who reach the top of...

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    Is it possible to earn a living from Trading?

    Many people today are taking up trading as a hobby, with the aim of making their money grow faster, achieving a higher return than they would from their savings account. But the question we all ask ourselves is: "Can you really make a living from trading as your only...

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    Why trade with XTB?

    About X-Trade Brokers (XTB)The power of a European online brokerage firm. Founded in 2002, X-Trade Brokers DM S.A. is an international investment group with a presence in 13 European countries. It is one of the main players in the CFD market in Europe and is the...

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    Why trade with ProRealTime?

    Presenting ProRealTime ProRealTime is the leading online trading software that allows you to analyse and trade on Stocks, Futures, Forex, CFDs, Precious Metals and Commodities. ProRealTime is known for the quality of its stock charts, its decision support tools and...

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    When is the Best Time to Close a Position?

    It’s easy to open a position on the stock market. But the hardest part for a beginner is knowing the best time to close your position. If you aren’t exactly sure how to solve this problem, read on.

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    How to read a stock chart?

    Knowing how to read a stock chart is an absolutely essential skill if you want to start building your own market analysis technique, for whichever type of asset you wish to analyse (stocks, indices, commodities, forex).

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    What is a candlestick? How to read candlestick charts

    What are Japanese candlesticks? Japanese candlesticks are a graphical representation, or chart, that is undoubtedly the most widely used by traders on a daily basis. Candlesticks provide us with a wealth of valuable information. For the record, this charting system...

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