Trading guides for every trader’s journey

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Beginner essentials: How to use the CFD trading calculator on Deriv

When every pip and percentage counts, having access to accurate calculations is invaluable. This is where the Deriv trading calculator steps in - it’s your essential tool for ensuring clarity and control in every trade.

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MetaTrader 4 (MT4) vs. MetaTrader 5 (MT5): What’s the difference?

In this guide we’ll demystify the differences between MetaTrader 4 and MetaTrader 5 and explain why Deriv focuses its multi-asset offering around MT5, rather than MT4.

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HODL meaning in crypto: What does HODL stand for in crypto trading?

Discover the meaning of HODL in crypto trading and how this popular long-term holding strategy applies when trading cryptocurrency options and CFDs on Deriv.

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A new era of EA trading: create your own Expert Advisor using AI

Creating an Expert Advisor can seem daunting—especially if you don’t have coding experience. The good news is that using AI now allows both beginners and seasoned traders to create expert advisor robots by simply explaining trading rules in plain language.

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Beyond ordinary indices: Harnessing Trek Indices for 24/7 market action

Built on mathematically-modelled Weibull patterns, Trek Indices provide a simulated market environment that closely mimics real market dynamics—but without the unpredictability of news or global events.

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Beginner’s guide to trading digital coins

What if money could exist purely in digital form? That’s where cryptocurrency comes in.

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Forex for beginners

Forex might sound a bit intimidating, but it's actually more accessible than you might think.

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Top 4 trading styles

Trading isn’t one-size-fits-all. Some traders thrive on fast-paced action, while others prefer a slow and steady approach.

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Consistency is key: Create a trading plan for reliable results

Trading without a plan is like going on a road trip without GPS-you might get somewhere, but not without a few wrong turns (and maybe a little panic).