- Trading
- Trading
- Markets
- Markets
- Platforms
- Platforms
- Platforms
- Platforms
- Education
- Education
- Education
- Education
- Help & support
- Help & support
- About
- Trading
- Trading
- Markets
- Markets
- Platforms
- Platforms
- Platforms
- Platforms
- Education
- Education
- Education
- Education
- Help & support
- Help & support
- About
Articles
Technology sector facing cuts, but is it a good thing for investors and traders?
The technology sector saw some of its worst losses in 2022 as inflation ramped up and Central Banks were tasked with increasing interest rates to fight the record high inflation. As the cost of borrowing has increased, start-ups and other small cap, growth sectors have suffered immensely. The current Federal Reserve funds rate is 4.25-4.50% which i...
January 25, 2023Read More >Microsoft results announced – the stock jumps in the after-hours
Microsoft Corporation (NASDAQ: MSFT) reported the latest financial results on Wall Street after the market close on Tuesday. Let’s take a closer look at the results. The US technology giant reported revenue of $52.747 billion for quarter ending on December 31, 2022 (up by 2% year-over-year), narrowly falling short of $52.987 billion revenue ex...
January 25, 2023Read More >Is the current Ethereum momentum real?
Ethereum and its big brother Bitcoin, have seen one of their most momentous moves since their peaks in November 2021. Various sector wide catalysts worked to move the price down including the collapse of Celsius and FTX which caused shockwaves to the cryptocurrency community. Inflationary pressures also left growth assets reeling in losses, leaving...
January 24, 2023Read More >Market continues to consolidate as technology sector begins to rev its engines
The equities market continues to show positive signs as hopes for a pivot from the major central banks continued. The Nasdaq closed the week 0.72% higher and had a powerful Friday session in which jumped 2.66% higher. The S&P 500 dropped 0.66% lower and the Dow Jones fell by 2.70% for the week as the market shifted back into higher growth asset...
January 23, 2023Read More >How to optimise your dividends and maximise your returns?
What is a dividend? A dividend is a payment made by a company to its shareholders to give back some of its profits or return. Dividends are most often paid to shareholders, annually, semi-annual, or quarterly. Non annual dividends that are paid periodically are known as interim dividends. Companies can also pay dividends at their dis...
January 20, 2023Read More >Natural Gas price continues to tumble, but the bottom may be near
The price of Natural Gas has continued its drive back down after peaking in the middle of last year. The price has had an aggressive sell off after an equally aggressive run during the initial stages of the Russian and Ukraine conflict. This was due to Russian gas exports being banned and elevated inflation levels. However, as the conflict has subs...
January 19, 2023Read More >Yen well placed ahead of Bank of Japan meeting
The Bank of Japan is set to release its rate decision and policy statement later today in what could shape as an important catalyst for the JPY. The JPY will likely see some increased volatility in the lead up to and as the BOJ announces its rate decision. There is no clear consensus on what the BOJ will do but it ranges from the Bank holding th...
January 18, 2023Read More >Is the ASX heading toward all-time highs?
The outlook for the Australian equities market is one of the best globally and is set up to cope with a potential recession. The Australian market showed itself to be robust in much of the volatility and downturn of last year being one of the more solid economies. This relative strength has carried so far into 2023 and has largely been due to th...
January 17, 2023Read More >Equities remain strong after modest CPI figures
Equities remain strong after modest CPI figures The global equities market remains solid after modest CPI and inflation figures were recorded for the most recent month in the USA. The Dow Jones closed the week 2.00% higher, the S&P500 2.67% and the Nasdaq 4.55% as risk sentiment improved. The country recorded negative m/m growth o...
January 16, 2023Read More >The US equities market at a tipping point after CPI data
The US markets are at a tipping point after CPI figures point to slowing growth and a potential pivot from the Federal reserve. The US released its updated CPI figures overnight as the data pointed to lower inflation and slowing growth. The Federal reserve may be buoyed by this data as it highlights that its interest rate hikes have been working to...
January 13, 2023Read More >TSMC posts strong Q4 results – the stock is rising
TSMC posts strong Q4 results – the stock is rising Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company Limited (NYSE: TSM) reported Q4 financial results before the market open in the US on Thursday. The Taiwanese company reported revenue of $20.554 billion for Q4, falling slightly short of Wall Street estimate of $20.574 billion. TSMC reported ea...
January 13, 2023Read More >Bitcoin showing early signs of another sell off?
Bitcoin had a tumultuous 2022 with the leading cryptocurrency seeing an aggressive sell off. Lead by catalyst such including the collapse of Celsius and exchange FTX, the price of the dropped 65% from 50,000 USD to $17,000. The collapse of the large players within the cryptocurrency sphere sent shockwaves as institutions and retailers pulled their ...
January 12, 2023Read More >2022 was the worst year ever for Bonds so will 2023 be better?
2022 was the worst year ever for Bonds so will 2023 be better? Government bonds, thought as the safest investment had their worst yearly performance ever in 2022 according to analysis conducted by Edward McQuarrie professor at Santa Clara University. When referring to the performance of bonds it is specifically considering the decrease in price of...
January 11, 2023Read More >What is going on with Tesla’s share price?
What is going on with Tesla’s share price? Tesla is now one of the world’s most recognisable brands and companies. A leader in technology and pioneer of the electric vehicle space. The company has become a beacon of hope for the charge against climate change and move towards a more a carbon friendly future. At the centre of the company is its ...
January 10, 2023Read More >Aussie dollar continues Santa rally into 2023
The Aussie dollar has been on a tear in recent weeks as a weaker USD and thoughts of a pivot in US interest rate hikes has seen the Aussie bounce from its lows near $0.62. The Australian dollar and economy have benefited from the improved strength in commodity prices such as Gold and Iron ore which are important players in Australia’s economy. In...
January 10, 2023Read More >
- Trading
- Trading
- Trading
- Markets
- Markets
- Products overview
- Forex
- Commodities
- Metals
- Indices
- Shares
- Cryptocurrencies
- Treasuries
- Platforms
- Platforms
- Platforms
- Platforms
- Platforms overview
- MetaTrader 4
- MetaTrader 5
- Education
- Education
- Education
- Education
- News & analysis
- Education Hub
- Economic calendar
- Help & support
- Help & support
- About
