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Understanding the basics of fundamental analysis
Fundamental analysis is a method used to assess the value of an asset.

How to trade USD/JPY: Influential factors and essential strategies
USD/JPY differs from many other pairs because the Japanese yen is quoted in units per dollar

What are candlestick pattern charts and how can you read them?
Candlestick charts are a fundamental tool in technical analysis, providing traders with visual insights into price movements.

Share trading vs CFD trading: What’s the difference?
Discover the key differences between share trading and CFD trading

How to trade an IPO (Initial Public Offering)
Discover the steps of the IPO process and how trading access through Pepperstone is structured via CFDs or spread bets.

What is slippage in trading and what can I do to avoid it?
Several factors contribute to the occurrence of slippage

How to choose the best CFD broker
This guide breaks down what you need to look for in a CFD broker.

What is the Relative Strength Index (RSI) and how does it work?
RSI is a momentum oscillator that measures the speed and change of price movements in a financial asset.

What are base metals and how do you trade them?
With lower entry costs compared to precious metals, base metal markets are accessible.

Understanding margin in CFD trading
Successful CFD margin trading relies on a solid risk and trade exposure management strategy.

How to trade GBP/USD: Influential factors and essential strategies
When trading GBP/USD it’s crucial to understand the factors that influence its movements

How to trade market breakouts
Discover how to identify bullish and bearish breakouts

Understanding support & resistance levels in trading
Support and resistance are key concepts in technical analysis.

A beginner's guide to technical analysis for UK traders
Technical analysis offers traders valuable insights into market trends and price movements.

How to trade the Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC)
The Federal Open Market Committee plays a key role in U.S. monetary policy, impacting interest rates and influencing assets.

What are the risks and benefits of trading during a recession?
trading illustration of trading during a recession

What is pattern trading and how can you apply it to your trading strategy?
Pattern trading involves analysing price charts to identify shapes or patterns suggesting potential market direction.

5 advanced candlestick patterns that every experienced trader should know
Candlestick patterns are a key tool for traders to understand market trends.