Beginner Trading Guides

investfox experts are here to provide every newcomer with beginner guides that are easy to digest and offer simple explanations for complex information. There is no reason for anyone to struggle when starting out on their journey into the investment jungle. We are here to help give you all the information you might need to take your first steps with a good map of the financial world and a solid set of directions so you won't get lost.

Simply navigate to one of our guides below and get ready to kick off your trading career today! 


What Are The Core Types Of Trading In The Financial Markets?

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22 February 2024
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22 February 2024
Trading in the financial markets can be a highly rewarding experience. Whether you wish to trade stocks, crypto, FX, commodities, etc. - the financial markets have something for everyone.
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Corporate VS Treasury Bonds - What’s The Difference?

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7 February 2024
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7 February 2024
Interest rate changes can alter the financial markets in a major way. While major institutions tend to invest in relatively low-risk long-term investments, such as S&P 500 index funds, rising interest rates can make bonds and other fixed-income securities very attractive investments.
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What Is Pip Hunting In Forex Trading

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24 January 2024
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24 January 2024
The global forex market is characterized by razor-thin profit margins, which makes it a bit more challenging for traders to attain substantial gains in a short period of time.
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What Is Compound Interest And How Does It Help Investors Build Wealth?

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21 June 2023
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10 July 2023
Investing revolves around deploying cash in various asset classes, such as stocks, bonds, real estate, etc. However, the process also often leads to the accrual of residual income in the form of cash.
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BDSwiss Raw account

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21 June 2023
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11 July 2023
BDSwiss was founded in 2012 in Cyprus and has managed to increase its customer base to 1.5 million registered users, and now executes over 55 million orders each year.
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BDSwiss Cent Account

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21 June 2023
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11 July 2023
BDSwiss is a global Forex and CFD (Contract for Difference) broker based in Cyprus. The company was founded in 2012. BDSwiss is authorized and regulated by the Financial Services Authority of Seychelles.
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How To Invest In Private Equity

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21 June 2023
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28 June 2023
The stock market has been the primary destination for cutting-edge businesses in developed economies to get funding for the longest time. Historically, companies tried to go public as soon as possible - raising capital and attracting investors from all over the world. However, this trend has been changing rapidly.
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How To Invest In Oil For Beginners

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21 June 2023
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28 June 2023
Oil and gas have long been two of the most important commodities for nations big and small. The rapid industrialization of developing countries has skyrocketed the global demand for oil and other hydrocarbon products.
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Options Trading Explained

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20 June 2023
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28 June 2023
Millions of traders enter the financial markets and make trades without ever owning a single one of the assets that are being traded. Options are financial instruments that allow market participants to buy or sell the right to buy or sell an underlying asset at a predetermined price and time.
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How To Access And Use Forex Compounding Calculators

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27 May 2023
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27 May 2023
Forex trading is one of the most popular methods of creating and safeguarding wealth around the world. With notoriously slim spreads and low-profit margins, Forex trading can be tricky for traders looking to make quick profits without using leverage.
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Pending Orders: Buy Limit Vs Buy Stop

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27 May 2023
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27 May 2023
Securities trading can be a challenging process for complete beginners. While traders may choose the specific securities they would like to trade, anticipating the right price to enter into an ever-changing market is not an easy task to pull off.
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Learn how to win consistently in Forex trading

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28 June 2022
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12 September 2023
Have you ever quit trading after losing some money? Or maybe you thought that trading is not your “thing”? You might have also gotten lost in all the strategies, courses, and tips that all those so-called trading gurus have out there. But no worries, overcomplicating things in Forex is usually what makes it seem complicated, thus taking away the opportunity for consistent profits.
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Forex trading for beginners - from learning to applying

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28 June 2022
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6 May 2023
Forex can sometimes be too overwhelming. No matter how many things you learn about, there are still hundreds of more concepts to get acquainted with. From tiny details like when you should place a trade to larger concepts like trading volume and indicators, it’s like a never-ending book.
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What are minor currency pairs in FX trading?

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28 June 2022
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11 November 2022
Minor currency pairs are Forex pairs that do not include the US dollar. It can include major currencies in Forex, but instead of having USD in the equation, major currencies are quoted directly against each other.
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What are major currency pairs?

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28 June 2022
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6 March 2023
Major currency pairs are currencies that shape global trade as they are widely used across the world, and their economies are stable and steadily growing.
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What are commodity Forex pairs?

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28 June 2022
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11 November 2022
Commodity Forex pairs are currencies that are associated with the country's ability to produce and export commodities. Oil, natural gas, minerals, and dairies are products that can make up a large part of the country’s economy.
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What are exotic currency pairs?

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28 June 2022
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11 November 2022
Exotic currency pairs include less traded currencies in the market, which have less liquidity and play a smaller role in global trading activities.
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What are the most volatile FX pairs?

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28 June 2022
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11 November 2022
Volatility in the Forex market tells you how frequently and severely the price changes for a currency pair. Using the volatility, you can assess your risks, and predict how much you can gain in each trading session.
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Financial investing for dummies: The crash course

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28 June 2022
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25 April 2023
You have probably heard about investing and making money in different financial markets. Well, it is true that you can trade your money for assets, and later gain from them.
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What is the difference between CFDs and stocks?

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28 June 2022
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25 April 2023
Trading CFDs and stocks can look similar in different ways. They both allow you to make money if the stock price moves in the right direction. However, there are major differences between stocks and CFDs including ownership, leverage, and losses.
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How to find motivation in online trading?

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28 June 2022
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25 April 2023
Making money by trading online in financial markets requires discipline and motivation. Since it is something related to money, it is very easy to get your emotions involved regardless of your experience.
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How can Forex trading be halal?

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28 June 2022
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7 October 2022
With the increasing interest in Forex trading, Muslim traders are also considering participating in this thriving market. However, the religious side has another point of view.
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What are stock trading accounts and which one is better?

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27 June 2022
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25 April 2023
If you are going to trade stocks online, you are more likely to find different stock trading accounts that you can use to buy shares. They vary between CFD trading, direct market access, and other types offered by your stockbroker.
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What are Forex account types and how do they differ?

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27 June 2022
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7 October 2022
Trading Forex can be overwhelming sometimes, especially if you are faced with different Forex trading account types, each offering different features. That is why you should make sure that you are selecting the right account to suit your trading needs and style.
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Elliott Wave theory explained for absolute beginners

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27 June 2022
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25 April 2023
A perfect blend between traditional technical analysis and market psychology, Elliott Wave theory is something every trader should know about. Developed back in the 1930s by Ralph Nelson Elliott, this theory is complex, yet very logical and useful.
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How to become a trader in 5 easy steps?

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27 June 2022
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25 April 2023
Becoming a trader is not an easy task. In fact, it requires a lot of dedication, research, and financial resources to be successful in the markets. That should come as no surprise because if it was simple, everyone would be doing it. However, if one is ready to put in some effort to start his/her trading journey, things can actually get pretty realistic.
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What are the main brokerage fees and how are they calculated?

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27 June 2022
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11 November 2022
In trading, you are definitely going to deal with a broker. There are different ways for the broker to make money, and it is crucial for you to understand which broker fees you are going to face, so you can accurately calculate your gains and losses.
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Your guide to starting free Forex trading without a deposit

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27 June 2022
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10 October 2022
What if we told you that you can actually start trading FX without a deposit? Now we are talking, right!? Join us in this guide and start trading currencies without spending a penny.
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What sort of Forex trading returns you should expect?

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27 June 2022
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25 April 2023
People can become very dreamy when they hear the success stories of Forex millionaires, and they tend to rush in and use a huge amount of capital, hoping to generate thousands of dollars overnight or millions of dollars after a few weeks.
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