This simple method just made me 350 points of profit
This simple method just made me 350 points of profit
John C Burford's Australian dollar trade is throwing up some great tramlines, pinpointing a textbook low-risk trade.
17 Sep 2012
Why euro bulls may stay lucky
Why euro bulls may stay lucky
With the eurozone in such a mess, everyone is expecting the single currency to plummet at any moment. But there are still some good reasons to stay l…
17 Apr 2012
Spread betters should short the euro
Spread betters should short the euro
The euro is riding high on the euphoria from the latest deal to save Greece. But the package comes at quite a price, says Tim Bennett. And it's certai…
21 Feb 2012
Is the euro now in a bull market?
Is the euro now in a bull market?
Despite the turmoil in Europe, the euro is rallying against the dollar. John C Burford thinks this could just be part of something big. Here, he expla…
20 Jan 2012
Buy the greenback and sell the Aussie dollar
Buy the greenback and sell the Aussie dollar
The forex market promises to be a volatile trading ground this year. So, what will be the best bets in the months ahead?
6 Jan 2012
How to play a short, sharp rise in the Indian rupee
How to play a short, sharp rise in the Indian rupee
India's rupee is down 18% against the US dollar since March. But smart spread betters might want to position themselves for a short-term bounce, says …
12 Dec 2011
Why I think the euro has one year left
Why I think the euro has one year left
The collapse of Europe's single currency is inevitable, says Bengt Saelensminde. Here, he outlines a simple trade to profit from the breakup of the eu…
12 Dec 2011
Why the euro is still a short bet
Why the euro is still a short bet
Markets reacted to the Federal Reserve's European 'rescue' deal may have given the euro a temporary boost, but don't be fooled, says Tim Bennett.
5 Dec 2011
Three things to remember before spread betting the euro
Three things to remember before spread betting the euro
The euro is a tempting target for spread betters at the moment. But before you dive in, there are three things you must remember, says Tim Bennett.
10 Nov 2011
The powerful waves washing over the euro market
The powerful waves washing over the euro market
Right now, the euro/dollar market is displaying some powerful and exciting Elliott waves, says John C Burford. Played well, they could lead to some ve…
12 Sep 2011
Three tips for new forex spread betters
Three tips for new forex spread betters
Spread betting on currencies in the foreign exchange markets can be a great way to make profits fast. But it can also mean heavy losses. Here, Tim Ben…
25 Aug 2011
Are CFDs better than spread bets?
Are CFDs better than spread bets?
According to a recent survey, 62% of contract for difference (CFD) traders claim gains in the last twelve month, compared to just 50% of spread better…
12 Apr 2011
Why timing is so important when trading currencies
Why timing is so important when trading currencies
Currency markets can move extremely quickly, and traders have to be on their toes to spot profit opportunities. Here, John C Burford illustrates the i…
21 Mar 2011
Six vital numbers for a forex spread better
Six vital numbers for a forex spread better
What should spread betters keep an eye on to spot the next move in their favourite currency? Here are six vital numbers that can all influence an exch…
18 Mar 2011
Why sterling could conquer the Aussie dollar in 2011
Why sterling could conquer the Aussie dollar in 2011
Tim Bennett explains why this may not be a great year for the Aussie dollar.
7 Jan 2011
Three tips for forex spread betters
Three tips for forex spread betters
With the major currencies bouncing around all over the place, many spread betters will be tempted to try their hand in the forex markets. But before y…
16 Nov 2010
Spread betting: profit from eurozone chaos
Spread betting: profit from eurozone chaos
The economic mess that Europe is in means that now could be a great time for spread betters to short the euro. But against what?
12 Nov 2010
Three numbers all currency spread betters should watch
Three numbers all currency spread betters should watch
Currency trades can be done quickly, cheaply and 24 hours a day, five days a week. So what are the key economic indicators that a currency trader shou…
26 Oct 2010
Prepare to short the euro
Prepare to short the euro
The threat of a double-dip is hanging over the global economy. European banks, among the weakest links in the financial sector, remain over-stretched.…
17 Sep 2010
Profit from volatility with forex
Profit from volatility with forex
While markets hate uncertainty, it can also present opportunities. And the extra volatility it has created in the foreign-exchange market recently has…
21 May 2010
Why now's a good time to buy the Canadian dollar
Why now's a good time to buy the Canadian dollar
Canada, with its wealth of natural resources, is bouncing back nicely from the global recession, with interest rates set to rise. That means it's a go…
26 Apr 2010
Fast and furious: how to play currencies
Fast and furious: how to play currencies
Sooner or later many spread betters are tempted by the biggest market in the world – foreign exchange. It's fast, furious and vast sums are won and lo…
20 Apr 2010
Where to place your bets in the currency markets
Where to place your bets in the currency markets
It's never been easier to invest in foreign currencies. But it is an extremely risky business. Here, John Stepek looks at the state of the world's maj…
19 Mar 2010
Sterling: the start of the collapse?
Sterling: the start of the collapse?
Sterling hit the deck this week and it's hard to imagine it recovering any time soon. So are we seeing the beginning of its collapse?
5 Mar 2010