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CFDs Versus Futures: What is best for which type of trader?
The main difference between CFDs (Contracts for Difference) and futures is how they are structured as either on -exchange contracts or OTC. They both essentially do the same things, but in different ways. In this guide, I’ll go through whether futures or CFDs are best for different types of trading. What are CFDs & Futures
eToro’s ISA pays 4.49% interest and up to 3% cash back on investing
eToro doesn’t have its own ISA, instead eToro, the multi-asset trading platform, entered the UK ISA market in March 2023 via a collaboration with online wealth manager Moneyfarm. eToro’s UK clients are able to open a cash or stocks and shares ISA with Moneyfarm via the eToro platform. eToro’s Cash ISA currently pays 4.49% AER
Can you really get £500 for referring a friend to IG?
UK investing platform IG has launched a new refer-a-friend promotion designed to encourage more UK investors to open share dealing accounts, offering existing customers the chance to earn up to £500 in account credit. Under the scheme, IG clients can receive £100 per successful referral, with rewards available for up to five friends who sign
Trading 212 Relaunches Crypto
CFD broker, Trading 212 announced the long-awaited arrival of cryptocurrency trading on its investment platform, with new social media posts in October promoting access to popular digital assets including Bitcoin, Ethereum, Solana, and Dogecoin. However, according to reports in the FT, Trading 212 has been found to have sold cryptocurrency-linked exchange traded notes (ETNs) to
Best LSE share chat forums to discuss stocks in 2026
LSE share chat is rife! There is no shortage of websites, forums, social media channels and bloggers pontificating about where share prices on the London Stock Exchange will go. But what are the best sources to see what people are saying about stocks on the LSE? I’ve been following stock discussion boards for about 20
What are the G10 Currencies in 2026?
The G10 currencies are the top ten most popular traded and liquid traded currencies across the world. In this guide, you can see the G10 currencies in order as well as cross rates with the price of each FX pair against the other. We also explain the three different ways to trade and transfer G10
Best Multi-Currency Accounts For Businesses & Personal Banking
If you want a bank account where you can hold lots of different currencies, you need a multi-currency account, but what are the cheapest? We have compared the best multi-currency accounts that accept deposits in euros or dollars and give the best exchange rates. Multi-Currency Account Exchange Rates Compared *Starling is not currently opening new
Best Places To Invest £5000 In The UK For 2026
What’s the absolutely cheapest, safest way to invest £5000 in the stock market for 10 years? When looking for the safest and cheapest way to invest £5000 in the stock market for ten years many investors would turn to professional advisors. However, few money managers would take on a £5000 portfolio. Luckily there is a
Can you trade on an Apple watch in 2026?
No you can’t trade on an Apple Watch. You could for a bit in 2017 with IG, but IG withdrew it’s Apple watch app for spread betting and CFDs fairly quickly. The word from spread betting broker IG is that after taking a broad overview of their clientele, the use of the Apple Watch app wasn’t
Why use a currency broker instead of your bank for large money transfers
You should use a currency broker for large money transfers in 2026 instead of your bank because you will get better exchange rates, personal service and have the option to lock in current exchange rates for up to one year in advance using a currency forward. Banks have a bad reputation when it comes to
How to short Bitcoin in the UK as it drops like a stone plus the main risks
It is possible to short Bitcoin and profit from falling cryptocurrency prices in the UK, but you need to have a professional trading account and a large appetite for risk. In this guide, I’ll explain how you can short Bitcoin, and what to watch out for. I originally wrote this guide on how to short
What are the best free Euro bank accounts in the UK?
A reader asks: I live in the UK and want to open a normal current account in Euros. I want a debit card and no monthly charges for the pleasure of having an account. Any ideas? You’re not alone. There are more people than ever looking to have the convenience of a euro account, but
Best Way to Exchange Large Amounts of Currency
If you have a large amount of money you need to send abroad this step-by-step guide will explain the process, the costs, and the risks so you can make an informed decision on the best way to send and receive your money. I’ve been involved in large currency transfers for about twenty years. As both
What to do with a large amount of Euros before converting it to GBP?
A user has asked: If I want to hold a large Euro sum before transferring to GBP what is the best way to manage this? A Euro bank account in an established bank? If so any thoughts on best bank? The main thing to consider here is what’s “called counter-party risk”. That being is the
Copy Trading: Scam or Legitimate Investment Opportunity?
It was recently reported that around 20% of the trading volumes generated by some offshore CFD brokers are from copy trading. Which is an alarming figure and probably has something to do with the fact that social media platforms are doing absolutely nothing to stop people getting scammed. Towards the end of 2025 it got
What exactly is a “Rio Trade”?
A “Rio Trade” is a phrase you may hear banded around dealing rooms in the City when things aren’t going quite according to plan. Time for a Rio trade mate! I’ve used the term Rio Trade all my two-decade-long career in the stock market. But the other day, I used the phrase in conversation with
Best AI Investing Apps for 2026
There are a few good AI investing apps that automate the process of buying stocks, funds and portfolios. There are even a few that have AI tools in their app that can guide you on what to invest in. But you must be cautious, automated investing using artificial intelligence is something that even the largest
Are BTC (Bitcoin) Telegram Signal Bots Ads a Scam?
A user has written in and asked: “Are Telegram BTC Ads legit?” So in this article, we are going to take a look at what Bitcoin bot scams on Telegram are and how you can avoid them. The short answer is yes, Bitcoin and BTC telegram bot adverts are a scam. However, it’s important to