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Best upcoming IPOs to watch in 2026
The IPO (initial public offering) market could be poised for a significant rebound.
How to trade gold
Learn to trade gold and explore the fundamental reasons why investors buy and sell gold.
Penny Stocks
Penny stocks are low-priced stocks typically trading for less than $5 per share or GBP 1 in the UK.
How to trade natural gas
Natural gas is a fossil fuel formed over millions of years beneath the earth's surface.
Opening and closing prices of share CFDs explained
Share CFD trading relies heavily on the principles of opening and closing prices.
What are Expert Advisors (EAs) in forex trading?
Find out how Expert Advisors (EAs) can help you streamline your trading strategy through automation.
How to trade China
Uncover how to trade China's fast-growing markets, diversify your strategy, and tap into the world’s second-largest economy.
Different types of margin forex traders: Which one are you?
Traders employ various strategies based on their financial goals, risk tolerance, time commitment, and personality.
How to trade the Dow Jones index
Discover how the Dow Jones Industrial Average (DJIA) works, what affects it, and how you can use CFDs to trade this iconic index with Pepperstone's programmes and tools.
Short selling in trading
Short selling is a strategy where traders borrow shares and sell them in the open market.
How to trade the Bank of Japan (BOJ)
An in-depth look at the Bank of Japan (BOJ) and its influence on financial markets. Discover how BOJ monetary policy — including negative interest rates, massive bond-buying programs, and yield curve control — affects global currencies, bonds and stocks.
Interest rates
Interest rates are the cost of borrowing money, shown as a percentage.
Exploring ethical investing, trading and green stocks
Ethical or green trading refers to speculating on the price movements of ethical or environmentally responsible companies.
How does GDP affect the financial markets
Discover why GDP is one of the most significant economic releases, and how to incorporate it into your trading strategy.
Donald Trump’s 2025 tariff policies explained
Since his return to office, President Trump has taken an aggressive approach to tariffs.
What is market volatility?
Market volatility is the rate at which financial market prices fluctuate over time.
How to trade the European Central Bank (ECB) rate decisions
Learn about the European Central Bank (ECB) and how its rate decisions affect the markets.
What is cryptocurrency CFD trading and how does it work?
Crypto CFD trading has surged in popularity, driven by Bitcoin's rise and high return potential.
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