CFDs are complex instruments and come with a high risk of losing money rapidly due to leverage. 75% of retail investor accounts lose money when trading CFDs with this provider. You should consider whether you understand how CFDs work and whether you can afford to take the high risk of losing your money. Options are complex financial instruments and come with a high risk of losing the entire premium.  Crypto assets are highly volatile and carry substantial risk.

CFDs are complex instruments and come with a high risk of losing money rapidly due to leverage. 75% of retail investor accounts lose money when trading CFDs with this provider. You should consider whether you understand how CFDs work and whether you can afford to take the high risk of losing your money. Options are complex financial instruments and come with a high risk of losing the entire premium.  Crypto assets are highly volatile and carry substantial risk.

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Kathleen Brooks

Kathleen Brooks

Research Director UK

Kathleen Brooks is XTB's UK research director with over 20 years of experience working across financial markets. She started specialising in the foreign exchange market before moving into retail trading. Her analysis is widely respected, and she is City AM's Analyst of the Year 2026. Kathleen's analysis is regularly featured across print, digital and broadcast media. She is frequently on BBC, Sky News, LBC and other global media outlets. Her analysis on the economic impact of Brexit, major IPOs, and global economic trends has positioned her as one of the UK's top financial analysts and commentators. 

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