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Celebrate Labor Day with Start Trading

Labor Day is a momentous occasion that signifies hard work, dedication, and the countless contributions of the American workforce. As we commemorate this day, Start Trading takes immense pride in acknowledging the commitment and effort of our esteemed clients, trusted partners, and our dedicated team members, all of whom play an instrumental role in our

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Happy 4th of July!

Start Trading is filled with excitement and pride in celebrating Independence Day, the day our great nation declared its freedom. This momentous occasion reminds us of the values and principles that define America and the opportunities it offers. We take this moment to express our gratitude to our esteemed clients, partners, and dedicated team members

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10 Tips for Successful Social Trading

10 tips for successful social trading Social trading is a fun, constantly-evolving and thriving approach towards trading and investing, that takes your trading experience to another level. Share: Share on facebook Share on twitter Share on linkedin Share on whatsapp You may have heard that the world of trading is becoming more and more accessible.

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7 Reasons New Traders Fail

7 reasons why new traders fail Most new traders fail to make money when trading. It is essential to know what these traders are doing wrong in order to avoid the same mistakes. We explain what not to do in order to be a successful trader.  Share: Share on facebook Share on twitter Share on

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7 steps to evaluating the value of a cryptocurrency ​

7 steps to evaluating the value of a cryptocurrency We provide a detailed formula for evaluating a variety of cryptocurrencies such as Bitcoin (BTC), Ethereum (ETH) and Ripple (XRP). By the end of this step-by-step guide, you will be able to evaluate and trade any cryptocurrency listed on the marketcap. Share: Share on facebook Share

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7 Steps to Start Trading Cryptocurrency Like a Pro

How to start trading cryptocurrency in 7 simple steps Learn everything you need to know about Bitcoin (BTC), Ethereum (ETH),  Litecoin (LTC) or any other cryptocurrency, as-well as how to get started trading them in 7 simple steps. Share: Share on facebook Share on twitter Share on linkedin Share on whatsapp If you are reading

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Airbnb IPO – Things for investors to know

Airbnb IPO – Top things for investors to know​ An Airbnb IPO is in the works, here’s what to expect from the world’s biggest people-to-people accommodation marketplace going public. Share: Share on facebook Share on twitter Share on linkedin Share on whatsapp What is Airbnb? Founded in 2008, Airbnb is the world’s most popular travel accommodation

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Labor Day

Celebrate Labor Day with Start Trading

Labor Day is a momentous occasion that signifies hard work, dedication, and the countless contributions of the American workforce. As we commemorate this day, Start Trading takes immense pride in acknowledging the commitment and effort of our esteemed clients, trusted partners, and our dedicated team members, all of whom play an instrumental role in our

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Cryptocurrency Basics

The basics of investing in cryptocurrency This guide provides a quick overview of the five steps needed to trade (buy/sell) cryptocurrencies such as Bitcoin (BTC), Ethereum (ETH) and Ripple (XRP). Share: Share on facebook Share on twitter Share on linkedin Share on whatsapp Here at Starttrading.com, we completely understand that it can be quite daunting starting your cryptocurrency trading

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Happy 4th of July!

Start Trading is filled with excitement and pride in celebrating Independence Day, the day our great nation declared its freedom. This momentous occasion reminds us of the values and principles that define America and the opportunities it offers. We take this moment to express our gratitude to our esteemed clients, partners, and dedicated team members

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How Long Does It Take To Learn How To Trade?

How long does it take to learn how to trade? Many beginner traders often wonder how long it takes to learn how to trade. As trading has the potential to be an incredibly lucrative career, it is often the first thing novice traders want to know about. Whilst the markets are riddled with uncertainty, certain

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How to Handle Cryptocurrency Tax. UK Cryptocurrency Tax Explained

Is cryptocurrency trading tax-free in the UK​? Cryptocurrency tax explained When Bitcoin (BTC) gains in value just remember that the taxman will want his share. Stay safe and discover how taxation of cryptocurrencies work in the UK? Share: Share on facebook Share on twitter Share on linkedin Share on whatsapp HMRC must be rubbing its hands in

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How To Learn To Trade For Free

How to learn how to trade for free? Want to learn how to trade, but don’t have the thousands of pounds needed to buy a trading course? Find out exactly how to learn how to trade for free! Share: Share on facebook Share on twitter Share on linkedin Share on whatsapp Online trading is currently

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How to start trading cryptocurrency news

How to start trading cryptocurrency news Trading cryptocurrencies can be volatile at the best of times, but during high impacting events such as news, you can expect cryptocurrencies such as Bitcoin (BTC), Ethereum (ETH) and Litecoin (LTC)will move drastically. This guide will show you how and where to start trading cryptocurrency news. Share: Share on

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How to start trading or investing in XRP (Ripple)? A 3-step-guide.

How to start trading or investing in Ripple (XRP)? A 3-step-guide​ This guide provides a detailed three-step guide needed to start trading (buy/sell) Ripple (XRP). Share: Share on facebook Share on twitter Share on linkedin Share on whatsapp If you are reading this, you have probably heard of cryptocurrencies or more specific, one of the leading

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How To Start Trading With £1000

How to start trading with £1000​ This guide provides a detailed overview of how to start trading with minimal investment and make profits on your trading account. By the end of this guide, you will know how to get started trading with £1,000.00. Share: Share on facebook Share on twitter Share on linkedin Share on

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How to trade cryptocurrencies using fundamental analysis

How to trade cryptocurrency using fundamental analysis This guide provides a detailed overview of the top tools and techniques of how to trade cryptocurrencies using fundamental analysis and in turn make a profit.  Share: Share on facebook Share on twitter Share on linkedin Share on whatsapp Trading in the cryptocurrency markets can be very daunting

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How To Trade Cryptocurrency On Coinbase

How to start trading cryptocurrencies on coinbase​ This guide provides an in-depth tutorial of how to trade (Buy/ Sell) cryptocurrencies such as Bitcoin (BTC), Ethereum (ETH) and Ripple (XRP) on Coinbase. Share: Share on facebook Share on twitter Share on linkedin Share on whatsapp So, you have thought of buying your first cryptocurrencies. The first thing you need to decide

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How to Trade the Head and Shoulders Pattern

How to trade the head & shoulders pattern The head & shoulders chart pattern is a powerful charting pattern used in technical analysis. This ultimate guide of chart pattern mastery will show you how to start trading the head & shoulders pattern like a pro. Share: Share on facebook Share on twitter Share on linkedin

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How To Trade Trend Lines

How to trade trend lines. Trend line strategy explanded. Share: Share on facebook Share on twitter Share on linkedin Share on whatsapp Trend lines are one of the most versatile tools in trading. You can use it in day trading, swing trading or even position trading. However, most traders get it wrong. That’s why in

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Is Bitcoin safe?

Make no mistake, cryptocurrency trading is can be extremely profitable. However, this volatility can be just as risky as it is profitable. In this guide, we will be looking at the risks associated with investing in Bitcoin (BTC).

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Is Robinhood Guilty of Stock Manipulation?

Is Robinhood Guilty of Stock Manipulation? Learn about trading here with our free course. Share: Share on facebook Share on twitter Share on linkedin Share on whatsapp In This Video: We dive into that as well as the past days events. StartTrading – Trading Today of #AMC #RYCEY #BTC #DOGE #RobinHood #StockManipulation #wallstreetbets. What trades

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Moving Averages Explained – How To Trade Using Moving Averages

What Are Moving Averages? Moving Averages Explained The moving average is one of the most commonly used technical indicators, and for good reason. They are relatively simple concepts to grasp and they give us a simple view of the market trends and the recent price history. Share: Share on facebook Share on twitter Share on

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Risk management tips for trading

Risk Management – 6 Essential Tips Every Trader Should Know

Risk Management – 6 Essential tips every trader should know​ This guide provides a quick overview of the six essential tips every trader should know when calculating risk management. By the end of this guide, you will be able to apply top risk management practices to help you stay safe whilst trading. Share: Share on facebook Share

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Should You Hold a Day Trading Position Overnight?

Should you hold a day trading position overnight? If you’re a day trader (or considering it), buying and selling financial instruments throughout a specific trading session. Usually, you would close all of your trades before your respective market closes. However, it’s never always that simple. If you have a good trade running at the end

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Start Trading Announces New Contest

Start Trading Announces New Contest Start Trading wants to invest in YOU! We are currently looking for ten traders of any skill levels to give $200 for every trading platform they sign up with using our link, totaling up to $600. How Do I Apply? Simple! Just follow the steps listed below for a chance

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StartTrading.com Donates $40,000 in PPE to Help Homeless Americans

StartTrading.com Donates $40,000 in PPE to Help Homeless Americans Learn about trading here with our free course. Share: Share on facebook Share on twitter Share on linkedin Share on whatsapp SAN DIEGO, Calif., February 12 — Nearly a year after the start of the pandemic last March, the demand for personal protective equipment remains high. 

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Stock Market Trading Hours

Stock market trading hours​ A stock market exchange is an open market where stocks are traded during specific hours on business days. Opening and closing times for stock market exchange varies from country to country, typically closing in the evenings.  In this article, we will explore some of the top stock exchanges in the world by

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Stop-Loss Orders – Risk Management Basics

Understanding stop-loss orders Even the most inexperienced traders can benefit from a stop-loss order in some way. Read on to find out exactly what a stop-loss is and how to use one. Share: Share on facebook Share on twitter Share on linkedin Share on whatsapp What is a stop-loss order? A stop-loss order is simply an order

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Top Stock Picks for 2019 – What Stocks to Buy?

Top Stock Picks for 2019 – What Stocks to Buy?​ This article includes an exploration of what is on the stock market including upcoming IPO’s, industries, growth and dividend stocks along with other information which is handy to know about the performance of the market. Share: Share on facebook Share on twitter Share on linkedin

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Understanding take-profit

What is a take profit order? A take profit order is an order that closes your trade once it reaches a certain level of profit. When your take profit order is hit on a trade, the trade is closed at the current market value.  Share: Share on facebook Share on twitter Share on linkedin Share on

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What are stock dividends and how do they work?

What are stock dividends and how do they work? Many people have wondered what it would be like to sit at home, reading by the pool, living off of the passive income that arrives in the form of dividend payments from companies they are invested in. Dividend investing allows you to create a stream of income in

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What are the best currency pairs to trade?

What are the best currency pairs to trade? Name a market that never closes during the working week, has the largest volume of the world’s business, with people from all countries of the world participating every day. Yes, you guessed right – the Foreign Exchange Market (Forex).  Share: Share on facebook Share on twitter Share

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What is a blue chip stock?

What are blue chip stocks and why should you invest in them? Blue Chip stocks have a large market capitalization, a history of growth and stability, and frequently pay dividends. But what exactly are they, and should you invest in them?  Share: Share on facebook Share on twitter Share on linkedin Share on whatsapp There

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What is a Chief Financial Officer (CFO)?

What is a Chief Financial Officer (CFO)? Definition: A chief financial officer (CFO) is a company executive who is responsible for making financial decisions to advance the company’s financial situation. Share: Share on facebook Share on twitter Share on linkedin Share on whatsapp What is a Chief Financial Officer? A CFO is responsible for the short-term

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What is a Currency Pair? Forex Trading for Beginners

What is a currency pair? Forex trading for beginners A currency pair is the quotation of two different currencies, with the value of one currency being quoted against the other.  Currency trading is conducted in the foreign exchange, also known as the forex or “FX” market. Share: Share on facebook Share on twitter Share on linkedin

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What is a forex pip?

What is a Forex Pip?

What is a Forex Pip? This guide provides a quick overview of the fundamentals of Forex pip values, Forex pip meaning, what a pip is and how to calculate profits and losses in pips. By the end of this guide, you will understand how to calculate pips when trading forex currency pairs. Share: Share on

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What is a trading plan

What is a trading plan? Having a suitable trading plan is one of the most important aspects of trading. It’s there to act as your own personal decision-making tool, helping you answer vital questions like what, when, why and how much to trade. Your plan should cover your personality, attitude to risk, trading goals, risk

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What Is An Initial Coin Offering (ICO)?

What is an initial coin offering (ICO)? Initial Coin Offerings (ICO) are the hot new way to raise funds for new blockchain based companies, but what are they? In this guide we will explain everything you need to know about ICOs and how to invest in one.  Share: Share on facebook Share on twitter Share

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What Is An Initial Public Offering (IPO)?

What is an initial public offering (IPO)? An initial public offering (IPO) is one of the most popular terms when it comes to trading and investing in the stock market. In this guide, you will get to know everything about an IPO, how they work and how to participate in them. Share: Share on facebook

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What is Blockchain Technology?

What is blockchain? Everything you need to know about blockchain technology When it comes to trading, it is essential that you understand as much about what you are trading as possible. If you want to trade Cryptocurrencies such as Bitcoin (BTC) or Ethereum (ETH) you need to understand what the Blockchain is first. Share: Share

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What Is BlockFi, And Is It Worth It?

What Is BlockFi, And Is It Worth It? As more people get involved with Cryptocurrency, more apps and websites are coming out offering access to the crypto market. One website that stands out however, is BlockFi.  BlockFi is a website which allows users to buy, sell and manage up to eight types of cryptocurrencies. The

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What is CFD trading?

What is CFD trading? CFD trading is the buying and selling of CFDs, contracts for difference. CFDs are a derivative product because they enable you to speculate on financial markets such as shares, forex, indices and commodities without having to take ownership of the underlying assets. Share: Share on facebook Share on twitter Share on

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What is Forbearance?

What is Forbearance? Forbearance is an agreement between a borrower and a lender where the lender allows the borrower to postpone payments on debt temporarily. Share: Share on facebook Share on twitter Share on linkedin Share on whatsapp Understanding forbearance A borrower might ask for forbearance if they are unable to make payments on their debt. Often these

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What is Forex? Forex Trading for Beginners

What is the Forex market? Forex trading for beginners The foreign exchange market, also known as Forex or “FX”, is the largest financial market in the world. There are many benefits of trading forex, which include convenient market hours, high liquidity and the ability to trade on margin.  Share: Share on facebook Share on twitter

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What is NFP and How to Trade It? Forex Basics

What is NFP and how to trade it? Forex trading for beginners Non-farm payroll is an economic report that is released once per month. It has huge importance within the forex market as it creates large volatility and price movements. In this article, you will learn how to trade this move without getting knocked out

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What is RSI? How to Trade using Relative Strength Index (RSI)

What is the relative strength index (RSI) The Relative Strength Index is one of the best indicators to determine whether an asset is over or undervalued and in turn determine the best time to trade (buy/ sell). Share: Share on facebook Share on twitter Share on linkedin Share on whatsapp Have you ever entered a

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What is the Litecoin (LTC) Halving & How Will It Effect The LTC Price?

What is the Litecoin (LTC) halving & how will it affect the LTC price?​​ This cryptocurrency article covers the Litecoin halving and explains exactly how this big event is likely to effect the LTC price. Share: Share on facebook Share on twitter Share on linkedin Share on whatsapp It is almost time for the next Litecoin halving.

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What is the Stock Market? A Beginners Guide to Stock Trading

What is the stock market? A beginners guide to stock market trading​ This guide provides a detailed overview of what the stock market is, understand stocks and what drives the value of a stock. By the end of this guide, you will have a solid basis to start trading and investing in stocks. Share: Share

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What We’re Trading Today of #AMC​ #RYCEY​ #BTC​ #DOGE

What We’re Trading Today of #AMC #RYCEY #BTC #DOGE Learn about trading here with our free course. Share: Share on facebook Share on twitter Share on linkedin Share on whatsapp In This Video: #AMC – I am Buying and Holding. Waiting for the spike tomorrow and setting a trailing stop loss. Once sold, we may

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Why is Cryptocurrency so Volatile?

Why is cryptocurrency so volatile? In this blog post, we will help explain why cryptocurrencies such as Bitcoin and Ethereum are so volatile and why it’s a big deal. Share: Share on facebook Share on twitter Share on linkedin Share on whatsapp Unlike traditional currencies such as the Euro and Great British Pound, which tend

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Win Up To $600 To Invest With !

Win Up To $600 To Invest With ! Start Trading has a few spots left for anyone looking to win up to $600 to invest with!  What do you need to do?  Simple! Just follow the steps below to enter.  Follow @starttradingcom on social media Subscribe to our YouTube Channel Open an account with the

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