What is CFD trading?

CFD stands for Contract for Difference. It was initially designed in the 1980s to help businesses manage their risk. If a business is involved in importing and exporting goods, it could find that its profit/loss margins are extremely volatile thanks to currency fluctuations. In other words, when you buy something from abroad using a different currency than your own, the value of that foreign currency can change after you have made your purchase – resulting in either a healthy profit or a crushing loss. The CFD allows both buyers and sellers to avoid this asymmetric risk. In essence, what happens Continue Reading →