Forex Trading Guides
Start with the four essentials below, then use our broker spread comparisons to apply them to real accounts.
Start here: the essentials
How forex spreads work
Bid/ask, pip cost per lot, raw vs standard accounts, and why spreads widen.
ECN vs market maker explained
How each broker model makes money, and which suits scalping or long-term trading.
How to check if a broker is FCA regulated
Search the Financial Services Register, spot clone firms, confirm FSCS cover.
What negative balance protection means
Why balances go negative, and when professional or offshore accounts lose the protection.
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CFDs are complex instruments and come with a high risk of losing money rapidly due to leverage. General information only, not financial advice.