| 5 minute guide |
As the name suggests it's a quick summary to Spread Betting |
| The basics |
What is spread betting, how does it work, what to watch out for etc. Also some advice on the best chances of success for the new trader |
| Order types |
Spread bets use many different types of orders and it's important to know what they are and how to use them effectively. |
| Short Selling |
Short selling, or being able to profit from lower prices, adds flexibility to the trader's arsenal. Learn how it works in this section. |
| Hidden value of Stop Losses |
There's more to stop losses than working out where to take a loss. This page explains how they can be used to trade the perfectly sized trading position. |
| Stop losses |
A Stop loss is a mechanism for controlling losses and this is critical when dealing in products that offer leverage. |
| Guaranteed Stop losses |
A form of stop loss where the actual loss is guaranteed. Personally I think they're expensive and slightly gimmicky. Find out why on this page. |
| Margin |
Spread bets offer leverage so it's important to understand how margin works and can affect your trading. |