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5
 min read

Meet Hybrid Indices: A new twist on synthetic trading

The trading world at Deriv just got a whole lot more exciting! Say hello to Hybrid Indices-the latest evolution in synthetic trading.

CFDs & Options
Indices
Trading Strategies
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7
 min read

How to ride market trends: Moving averages simplified for Forex traders

Ever feel like some traders always seem to be in the right place at the right time? The secret isn’t magic-it’s trend trading.

CFDs & Options
Forex
Trading Strategies
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5
 min read

Smart position sizing: Trade confidently, risk wisely

Think of position sizing like making sure you don’t put all your eggs in one basket-or all your chips on one bet

CFDs & Options
Trading Strategies
Risk Management
3D candlestick chart with moving average line and volume bars, illustrating mean reversion in forex trading and market fluctuations.
5
 min read

Mean reversion in forex trading: Trading overbought and oversold conditions

Mean reversion is a fancy way of saying that prices tend to return to their average over time.

CFDs & Options
Forex
Trading Strategies
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8
 min read

Your first crypto? How to choose the right cryptocurrency for you

In our ‘Trading with crypto: Top 3 myths’ guide, we covered how to buy crypto on Deriv and start trading.

Crypto
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4
 min read

The evolution of Step Indices: Step, Multi Step, and Skew Step

Deriv’s synthetic markets are constantly leveling up, giving traders fresh ways to explore the market.

CFDs & Options
Indices
Trading Strategies
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5
 min read

Commodities made simple: A beginner’s guide

Commodities are the raw materials that keep the world running-from the coffee in your cup to the gold in your jewelry.

Commodities
Trading Strategies
Risk Management
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5
 min read

Understanding rollover in forex trading

Forex trading is all about making smart moves with currency prices-without actually owning the currencies.

CFDs & Options
Trading Strategies
Forex
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5
 min read

Position sizing strategies for optimal risk management

Risk management is the backbone of successful trading, and position sizing plays a huge role in keeping your trading capital safe.

Trading Strategies
Risk Management
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