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Guides, market basics and platform tips from SCapitalFX.
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How to Trade Indices (US30, S&P 500 & Nasdaq)
Learn how to trade stock indices like the S&P 500, Dow and Nasdaq as CFDs: why they are popular, real spreads and leverage, how P&L works, and how to start.
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Forex vs Stocks: Which Should You Trade?
Forex vs stocks compared: market hours, leverage, starting capital, costs and risk. See which suits beginners — and how to get stock-market exposure through indices.
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What Is the Spread in Forex? (And How to Pay Less)
The spread is the built-in cost of every trade. Learn what the forex spread is, how it is measured, why it changes, and practical ways to pay less.
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What Is a Pip in Forex? (With Simple Examples)
A pip is how forex profit, loss and spreads are measured. Learn what a pip is, pip vs pipette, JPY pairs, and how to calculate pip value with simple examples.
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How to Trade Bitcoin (BTC/USD) and Crypto CFDs
Learn how to trade Bitcoin and Ethereum as CFDs: go long or short with leverage, real BTC/ETH spreads and specs, what moves crypto prices, and how to manage the risk.
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Best Time to Trade Forex (Market Hours & Sessions Guide)
When is the best time to trade forex? Learn the four market sessions, the London-New York overlap, the best days, and when to avoid trading — a clear hours and sessions guide.
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What Is Leverage in Forex? (1:200 Explained With Examples)
Leverage lets you control a larger position with a small deposit. Learn how forex leverage and margin work, see clear 1:200 examples, the risks, and how much beginners should use.
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How to Trade Gold (XAUUSD): The Complete Beginner’s Guide (2026)
Learn how to trade gold (XAU/USD) step by step: how it works, what moves the price, real costs, leverage, the best times, strategies and risk management — with real SCapitalFX numbers.
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Best Forex Trading App: What to Look For (and Why It Matters)
What makes the best forex trading app? A practical checklist — execution, charting, instruments, crypto funding and low costs — and how the SCapitalFX app compares.
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Forex Trading for Beginners: A Complete Step-by-Step Guide
New to forex? Learn how forex trading works, key terms like pips, lots and leverage, how to place your first trade, and risk management — a complete beginner guide.