Trading guides

Introduction to trading

There’s no denying that trading can be complex. But that doesn’t mean it’s only for a select group of people. The problem is that many potential traders are put off, not just by the overwhelming amount of information available on the subject, but that much of it seems contradictory. We’re here to change that by helping to make trading accessible to everyone. We’re going to cut away the jargon, and keep the explanations straightforward. So if you’re up for a challenge, you’re in the right hands.

Open an account

Our platform

Trading could be for you

Our guides break down key trading concepts using simple, easy-to-understand language. They are designed to introduce you to trading and help you decide for yourself if you’re interested in exploring this world. If you are, we also have loads of resources to help you take the first steps in your trading journey with confidence.

Quick links:

Trading explained
How to start trading
Practice trading

Wondering what trading is all about?

Ways to trade, markets to trade and trading tools. These are some of the most common aspects of trading. Maybe you’ve already come across them in your research, or heard them mentioned by other traders. Either way, it’s important to get to grips with these subjects before you make a start in the markets. We’ve taken care to ensure our guides can be easily understood, even if you’re completely new to trading.

Trading Explained

Spread Trading - A way to trade

Discover how to take advantage of changes in market prices with minimum costs and fuss.

Forex Trading - A market to trade

Also known as FX and Foreign Exchange, we show how you can get involved in the global currency markets.

Trading Signals - A Trading Tool

Learn what trading signals are, and how they can help inform and guide your investment decisions.

CFD Trading - A Way to trade

Contracts for Difference (CFD) give leveraged access directly to markets. But are they right for you?

Learn how to begin your trading journey

Let us help you discover the best way to start trading. We’ll tell you everything you need to know by sharing useful insights from a balanced range of sources — from experts on the Trade Nation team to first-time traders using our platform.

Trading for beginners

Follow these five simple steps to prepare for trading the financial markets for the first time.

How to start trading

Practice trading

If you’re not quite ready to start applying what you’ve learned about trading to a live environment, we recommend starting with a practice and learn account, or our Trading Simulator.

Learn to trade with no commitment and no risk

Get a feel for trading the financial markets without expense, risk or even the commitment of a login requirement.

Try our Trading Simulator

IS IT RIGHT FOR ME?

Are you excited at the thought of trading the financial markets?

Trade Nation opens up a thrilling world where profits and losses can accumulate very quickly. Trading gives you the opportunity to build financial independence. But you need to be disciplined and ensure that you only speculate with money you can afford to lose.

Get to know our platform

Our online trading platform is very easy to use. Come and see for yourself by signing up for a one-to-one walk-through session.

This will help you get to know the platform without spending a penny. It’s the perfect way for you to gain confidence, particularly if you’re a beginner. Explore, learn and work it out for yourself without any commitment.

Book a one-to-one walk-through session

Join our nation of traders

Practice account

Live account