What is CFD trading and how does it work?

Discover what CFD trading means, how it works, the potential advantages and risks and how to open a CFD trading account with Pepperstone.

Razor Gold: what is it and how does it work?

Perpetual CFDs: a complete guide

A perpetual (perp) CFD is a contract for difference that tracks a perpetual futures market — one designed to run with no expiry date. Like any CFD, it offers leveraged exposure to price movements, long or short, without owning the underlying asset, so both potential profits and potential losses are magnified and losses can occur rapidly. With no settlement date, a position can be held for as long as margin supports it, and these markets can be traded 24/7. Rather than variable funding, Pepperstone applies a single weekly swap rate set in advance. Read the full guide to understand how perpetual CFDs work.

Razor Gold vs standard gold trading: which suits your strategy?

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.