CFDs are complex instruments and come with a high risk of losing money rapidly due to leverage. 59% of retail investor accounts lose money when trading CFDs with this provider (Saxo Bank). You should consider whether you understand how CFDs, FX or any of our other products work and whether you can afford to take the high risk of losing your money.
In this module we’ll explore Contracts for Difference, better known as CFDs, and learn what they are and how they work. You’ll see the difference between a CFD trade and a stock trade and get an insight into the pros and cons of CFD trading. With simple, clear videos you’ll look at a trade from two points of view – as a Stock purchase and via a CFD. Like any financial investment there are advantages and risks. You’ll explore those in this course. CFDs are not at all as complicated as they might appear at first glance. The basic principle is that they allow an investor wishing to maximize the potential of their available cash a way of profiting on underlying assets that they don’t actually own. And CFDs allow you to benefit from a falling market. Let’s explore.
What they are and how they work
The difference between a CFD and a stock trade
Margin and leverage
The pros and cons of CFD trading