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5
 min read

After hours stock trading: The complete guide to extended hours trading

On Deriv, you can now trade nearly 500 leading stocks outside traditional market hours. In this guide you'll learn which stocks can be traded after hours and why trading stocks during extended trading hours might be beneficial for your trading strategy.

Stocks
MT5
Trading Strategies
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5
 min read

Skew Step Indices: A new take on asymmetrical trading

The launch of the new Skew Step Indices marks another evolution in synthetic trading at Deriv.

CFDs & Options
Indices
Trading Strategies
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3
 min read

Seasonal stock market trends: When and why markets shift throughout the year

Ever feel like the stock market has a personality of its own, shifting moods with the seasons? You’re not imagining things!

CFDs & Options
Stocks
Indices
Trading Strategies
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7
 min read

How to navigate market volatility: expert strategies for Deriv traders

Extreme market volatility is now the norm, demanding traders adapt their risk management, position sizing, and product choices to stay ahead in 2026. With the right strategies and Deriv's specialised tools, traders can turn fast, unpredictable price swings into powerful opportunities instead of threats.

CFDs & Options
Risk Management
Trading Strategies
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8
 min read

Low deposit trading: How to start trading with little money

At Deriv, it’s about making trading accessible, helping anyone learn, practise, and grow at their own pace. You can start with just $5–$10, gaining hands-on experience while keeping risk low.

Trading Strategies
Risk Management
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5
 min read

What is illiquidity, and can it make or break your trades?

Ever wondered about the ease or difficulty of selling an asset at a fair price?

CFDs & Options
Trading Strategies
Risk Management
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5
 min read

Cross currency pairs list: The complete guide for smarter forex trading

Most forex traders focus on the big names-major currency pairs that include the US dollar (USD).

Forex
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6
 min read

Using RSI and SMA strategies in stock trading

Ever wish you had a cheat code for trading? Well, RSI (Relative Strength Index) and SMAs (Simple Moving Averages) might be the next best thing!

CFDs & Options
Stocks
Indices
Trading Strategies
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6
 min read

Beginner essentials: How to use the CFD trading calculator on Deriv

When every pip and percentage counts, having access to accurate calculations is invaluable. This is where the Deriv trading calculator steps in - it’s your essential tool for ensuring clarity and control in every trade.

CFDs & Options
Risk Management
MT5
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