Why spread bet?

In his latest video tutorial, Tim Bennett explains the advantages and disadvantages of spread betting as opposed to buying and selling shares.

In his latest video tutorial, Tim Bennett explains the advantages and disadvantages ofspread betting as opposed to buying and selling shares.For an example of how spread betting works in practice, see How spread betting 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.

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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.