CFDs are complex instruments and come with a high risk of losing money rapidly due to leverage. 82.12% 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

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International Securities Identification Number (ISIN)

ISIN stands for International Securities Identification Number this is an alphanumeric code with 12 characters that can be issued for shares, bonds, options, derivatives and futures. For example, Apple’s ISIN is US0378331005. The...

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Bias

Bias in trading is a psychological phenomenon, in which an investor makes a decision based on their pre-conceived ideas of what will or won't work without considering the evidence. Bias may also manifest itself in retaining an asset for too...

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