Category Archives: Beginners

Want to trade smarter in 2025? Economic calendars are your secret weapon. These tools flag market-moving events—like Federal Reserve rate calls or US jobs data—that can spark big price swings. VT Markets’ economic calendar makes it easy for beginners to stay ahead, no economics degree needed. With US-China trade talks and central bank moves drivingContinue Reading

Ever dreamed of trading in a booming market? The UAE’s thriving economy is your chance! In March 2025, VT Markets launched 20 new Middle East stock CFDs, letting you tap into this dynamic region. Known for energy, finance, and innovation, the UAE is a global hotspot, making its stocks a smart addition to your portfolio.Continue Reading

Have you ever wondered why a jobs report from the US can send the dollar soaring—or why a speech from the Bank of England governor might shake up the pound? If you are new to trading, these questions might feel like a mystery. But here’s the good news: the markets aren’t as random as theyContinue Reading

Have you ever jumped into trading after spotting a sudden price spike, only to regret it moments later? It’s a common rookie mistake. Imagine this: after work, you’re scrolling through your VT Markets app and see GBP/USD surging—up 1% in 30 minutes after a surprise jobs report. Heart racing, you invest USD 100, convinced it’sContinue Reading

As the new year begins, January offers the perfect chance to refine your trading strategy. With the financial markets evolving due to AI, geopolitical events, and changing economic policies, challenges and opportunities arise. Studies show only 10-15% of retail traders achieve consistent profitability, often due to poor planning and risk management. Whether you’re new toContinue Reading

In the swirling chaos of the 1929 stock market crash, one trader stood apart from the panicked masses: Jesse Livermore. While fortunes crumbled around him, Livermore saw opportunity where others saw catastrophe. By correctly anticipating the market’s dramatic downturn, he transformed a potential disaster into a personal windfall, reportedly making USD 100 million in today’sContinue Reading

In the blink of an eye, the seemingly invincible tech sector transformed from a golden child of investment to a cautionary tale of concentrated risk. The year 2022 saw industry giants like Meta (Facebook) lose over 60% of their stock value, Netflix plummet by nearly 50%, and the entire NASDAQ Composite tumble approximately 33%. ThousandsContinue Reading

The US stock market indices stand as the world’s most widely recognised benchmarks of financial market performance. These powerful indicators not only reflect the health of the American economy but also serve as essential trading instruments for investors worldwide. With a combined market capitalisation exceeding USD 40 trillion as of 2024, from the venerable DowContinue Reading

The clock strikes 9:30 AM, and in two different trading rooms, a pair of forex traders are already immersed in their work. Trader A’s fingers fly across the keyboard, having executed 20 lightning-fast trades in the span of a few hours, each lasting mere minutes. In contrast, Trader B sits back, eyes fixed on multipleContinue Reading

On 16 September 1992, a day known as “Black Wednesday,” George Soros made forex trading history. The legendary investor had taken a massive short position against the British pound, betting USD 10 billion that the currency would fall. Soros was right. The Bank of England, unable to prop up the pound’s value, was forced toContinue Reading