Trading guides for every trader’s journey

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What is trading and who is it suitable for?

A comprehensive beginner’s guide to trading, explaining what trading is, how it works, and the differences between trading and investing. It covers the main markets, types of trading, differences between CFDs and options, step-by-step instructions for getting started on Deriv, and highlights the key risks involved.

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What is a trading signal and how to use it?

Learn what a trading signal is, discover the main types, see how to use trading signals on Deriv, and understand their strengths and limitations.

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5

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Choosing the best CFD trading platform for your needs

Getting started with CFD trading? The platform you choose can have a significant impact on your trading experience.

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How to get started with Deriv trading tournaments

Deriv trading tournaments give you the opportunity to sharpen your trading skills, compete for real prizes, and learn about the Deriv MT5 platform in a risk-free environment

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5

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Copy trading essentials: choosing the right strategy provider

Selecting the right strategy provider, reviewing their performance, and using Deriv’s built-in risk management features can make all the difference. This guide will take you through everything you need to know to set yourself up for a safer and more successful copy trading experience.

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10

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Everything you need to know about Deriv trading tournaments (FAQ edition)

Deriv trading tournaments are expertly supervised competitions on the Deriv MT5 platform, open to traders of all experience levels. This FAQ answers the most important questions, giving you the confidence to register, compete, and claim your reward if you are among the winners of the tournament.

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6

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Exponential Growth Indices: The complete guide to trading EGIs on Deriv

In this guide, you’ll learn what Exponential Growth Indices are, how they work, which platforms you can use for trading, and what sets EGIs apart from other synthetic indices.

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9

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Deriv trading platforms: Key features in speed, usability, and versatility

Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned trader, this guide will walk you through how to choose the right trading platform for your unique trading needs.

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10

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Most liquid markets: A complete guide to market liquidity

Market liquidity refers to how quickly and easily an asset can be bought or sold without significantly affecting its price. In other words, liquidity determines how smoothly trades happen - and that directly affects a trader’s experience.