Patrick Foot | Financial Writer | IG International

CFDs are complex instruments. 72% of retail client accounts lose money when trading CFDs, with this investment provider. You can lose your money rapidly due to leverage. Please ensure you understand how this product works and whether you can afford to take the high risk of losing money. CFDs are complex instruments. 72% of retail client accounts lose money when trading CFDs, with this investment provider. You can lose your money rapidly due to leverage. Please ensure you understand how this product works and whether you can afford to take the high risk of losing money.

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Japanese candlestick trading guide
Here’s our rundown of the 18 Japanese candlestick patterns you need to know, plus a cheat sheet reference guide to help you spot opportunities as soon as they arise.
Patrick Foot, Publication date : 2020-06-15T15:22:00+0100
CFDs vs options: what are the differences?
CFDs and options are both financial derivatives that enable you to speculate on the markets, but they operate in very different ways. Here's a complete guide to the differences between the two.
Patrick Foot, Publication date : 2020-06-08T07:33:09+0100
When will the stock market bottom out and recover?
Learn everything you need to know about the potential for a stock market recovery in 2020 – including what we can learn from previous crises, what makes the coronavirus crash unique and some key indicators to watch.
Patrick Foot, Publication date : 2020-05-27T14:50:00+0100
How to trade or invest in the DAX index
The DAX tracks the prices of Germany’s 30 biggest listed companies. Learn all about DAX investing and trading with our comprehensive guide – including what moves the index’s price, plus a few tips to help you get started.
Patrick Foot, Publication date : 2020-05-26T12:19:00+0100
What are the best oil ETFs to watch?
Crude oil has had a volatile 2020 so far. Find out how to get exposure to its price movements using oil ETFs here, and discover some top funds to get you started.
Patrick Foot, Publication date : 2020-05-11T13:15:57+0100
What are the best swing trading indicators?
Market swings can provide ample opportunities for profit – but to take advantage, you’ll need to know your swing trading indicators. Here’s an introduction to the top indicators, including moving averages, RSI and volume.
Patrick Foot, Last updated : 2021-03-05T14:11:24+0000
A trader’s guide to quantitative trading
Interested in quantitative trading? Discover everything you need to know, including what it is, how it works and what quant traders do. Plus, a few quantitative strategies to get started with.
Patrick Foot, Publication date : 2020-04-20T13:24:08+0100
Falling and rising wedge chart patterns: a trader's guide
Wedges can offer an invaluable early warning sign of a price reversal or continuation. Learn all about the falling wedge pattern and rising wedge pattern here, including how to spot them, how to trade them and more.
Patrick Foot, Publication date : 2020-04-20T10:42:04+0100
Are these the best cannabis and marijuana ETFs to watch?
There’s been an explosion in the number of cannabis ETFs on the market in recent years. If you’re looking for exposure to the industry, here are some top marijuana ETFs to consider.
Patrick Foot, Last updated : 2022-08-18T19:37:18+0100
ESG investing: everything you need to know
ESG investing has gone from strength to strength in the last ten years, and is only set to grow. Find out what you need to know before you start investing in ESG shares here – plus how to get started and some top stocks to watch.
Patrick Foot, Publication date : 2020-04-06T11:15:00+0100
A trader's guide to the detrended price oscillator
The detrended price oscillator (DPO) helps traders identify overbought and oversold markets. Here, we explain the DPO and some of the trading strategies associated with it.
Patrick Foot, Publication date : 2020-03-27T07:42:56+0000

Patrick Foot

Patrick Foot is a freelance financial writer. His work covers a broad range of topics including investment outlooks, technical analysis and options trading.

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