How spread betting works
Tim Bennett talks through a practical example of a spread betting trade, and explains how it works.
Tim Bennett talks through a practical example of aspread betting trade, and explains how it works.
This video is for general information only and is not intended to be relied upon by individuals in making (or not making) specific investment decisions. You should always obtain appropriate independent advice before making any such decision.
Spread betting
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Tim graduated with a history degree from Cambridge University in 1989 and, after a year of travelling, joined the financial services firm Ernst and Young in 1990, qualifying as a chartered accountant in 1994.
He then moved into financial markets training, designing and running a variety of courses at graduate level and beyond for a range of organisations including the Securities and Investment Institute and UBS. He joined MoneyWeek in 2007.
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