Asset classes

ETFs and trackers are types of passive investment. They work by replicating a stock index’s performance. ETFs and trackers allow investors to invest in a stock index without buying shares … Read more

CFD stands for contract for difference. CFDs are financial instruments or contracts, simple and inexpensive, that allow trading for all financial instruments such as stocks, indices, commodities, and currencies. They … Read more

Cryptocurrencies are types of digital currencies and some unique codes create them. They dont associate with traditional banking and government systems as they operate outside of them. There are several … Read more

The stock market is a platform to do extensive trading in financial instruments like shares, bonds, futures, etc. In more simple words, it is a place that brings buyers and … Read more

Forex markets let traders exchange currencies It can take various forms from real currencies to derivates These markets are often very liquid and are traded 24h-5days a week The foreign … Read more

Penny stocks are stocks that trade at a very low price. A penny stock often lists on smaller stock exchanges. They also trade through Over The Counter (OTC). What are … Read more

Fixed income is a class of assets and securities which pay predefined fixed cashflow. It often pays interests or dividends. When the asset arrives at maturity, investors are paid back … Read more

Derivatives are financial securities that have a value dependent or gotten from an underlying asset or group of assets. Derivatives can either trade on an exchange or over-the-counter (OTC). Multiple … Read more

A commodity market allows investor to buy and sell raw products. Commodities range from natural resources to livestock or agricultural goods. Major US commodity echanges are: The CBT: Chicago Board … Read more