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Valerie Medleva

Valerie Medleva is an experienced financial writer and features editor. Born in Belarus, she had lived in Cyprus for several years where she graduated from the American University with a BSc degree in Public Relations and Communications. Valerie has experience in covering fast-paced global financial markets, from stocks and forex to commodities and cryptocurrencies, writing and editing long-form analyses and forecasts, as well as trading guides, market pages, definitions and various marketing texts.

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Ethereum vs Bitcoin
Ethereum vs Bitcoin: epic crypto battle of 2019

Ethereum and Bitcoin are undoubtedly among the most widely discussed cryptocurrencies today. While they are both leading the crypto industry, it is important for investors to understand the differences between the rivals to make the best investment decision. In this article, we highlight the most fundamental aspects of BTC and ETH: from main differences to price predictions. So, Ethereum vs Bitcoin – which is most likely to be the winner in 2019?

Valerie Medleva09:52, 18 June 2019
Bitcoin in 2019: things you didn’t know you could buy with BTC

Got some BTC to spend? Continuously searching for what can you buy with Bitcoin? Then you came to the right place. Keep on reading to find out what you can buy with this digital currency open in 2019.

Valerie Medleva15:10, 5 June 2019
Scottish economy
Strong and stable: the beauty of the Scottish economy

It's no accident that Scotland has been continuously attracting more and more investors from all around the world over the past few years. Let’s take a closer look at how the economy of this majestic country functions, shall we?

Valerie Medleva11:46, 5 June 2019
Oslo Stock Exchange
Oslo Stock Exchange: a whole new world of opportunities

We have all heard that the Swiss economy is one of the most stable in the world, but are there any other safe havens that investors and traders can scout out? In this article, we cover one of the most trusted states worldwide from an investment point of view - Norway. Let’s find out what the Oslo Stock Exchange could hold for you?

Valerie Medleva09:18, 28 May 2019
Call and put options: the differences you need to know

Options may seem quite overwhelming at times. However they're easy to understand once you cover the basics. Learn about the main similarities and differences between call and put options that will help you easily navigate in today's options trading environment.

Valerie Medleva12:08, 15 May 2019
Penny stocks guide
Penny stocks for beginners: a complete guide

Penny stocks can bring great opportunities if chosen wisely. We are here to explain the phenomenon and get you up and running with some tips and tricks on how to trade penny stocks.

Valerie Medleva12:46, 3 May 2019
What is shorting?

Usually, when investing, you expect to profit from strong performance. However, there is a whole other class of traders, known as “shorts”, who do just the opposite to receive rather high returns. How? Let’s dive in and figure out what shorting is and how it works.

Valerie Medleva13:24, 29 April 2019
Stock market for beginners: everything you need to know

Have you ever been interested in stock trading but didn’t know how and where to start? Are you tired of all these “stock market for dummies” articles? We’ve got your back: here is the ultimate guide to the stock market for beginners that will help you to stay on top of today’s financial world.

Valerie Medleva11:37, 18 April 2019
Top 6 soft commodities
The top 6 soft commodities, their uses and how to trade them

Soft commodity trading has been gaining more interest among traders who are looking to diversify their typical portfolio of stocks and bonds. Commodity markets influence almost every aspect of our daily lives: from car fuel to grocery stores, commodities prices impact the global economy at every level.

Valerie Medleva12:39, 12 April 2019
Swiss stock exchange
Your guide to the Swiss stock exchange: everything you need to know

Learn about the Swiss stock exchange: from the way it works to trading opportunities.

Valerie Medleva11:58, 28 March 2019
What is the Volatility Index (VIX)
What is the Volatility Index (VIX)

Usually, when thinking about indices, the first thing that often comes to mind is the DAX, Dow Jones or NASDAQ 100. However, the Volatility Index is quite different.

Valerie Medleva09:29, 28 March 2019
What is derivative trading
What is derivative trading?

What exactly is derivative trading? Let’s dive in and figure out what derivatives are, where they came from and how to trade them.

Valerie Medleva15:51, 25 March 2019
What causes volatility in the market?

If someone has ever been interested in the stock market and the way it works then, most likely, he or she knows how volatile it can be.

Valerie Medleva14:00, 20 March 2019
At a glance: the Japanese stock market today

Many traders choose to invest in the Japanese stock market owing to the Japanese government’s success in building a market renowned for its transparency, integrity and stability.

Valerie Medleva12:17, 11 March 2019

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