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What Is Technical Analysis?
There are three rules that form the foundations of technical analysis. Firstly, the market discounts everything. Secondly, prices move in trends. And lastly, history repeats itself. Learn more about technical analysis with this brief introduction.
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Is XTB Regulated?
Yes. In the UK, XTB operates through XTB Limited, which is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) under Firm Reference Number (FRN) 522157. You can verify this directly on the FCA register.
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Basic Terms and Vocabulary
Trading the markets can seem extremely daunting and complicated when you first start out. With a large amount of information easily accessible online, as well as ever-increasing ways to interpret charts, data and fast-moving markets, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed or succumb to the fear of the unknown.

One of the best things to keep in mind then is simplicity. Let’s begin step by step with simple terms and definitions that will be used in your trading journey.

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Stocks & ETFs Definitions
From stock exchange to EPS and dividends, learn all the important definitions in the world of stocks and ETF trading in this article.
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Stop Loss and Take Profit Orders
Stop Loss and Take Profit orders are automatic features available on both the xStation and MT4 trading platforms to close trades when prices hit specific levels that you set. Find out how to make the best of stop loss and take profit orders in this short and comprehensive article.
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Safe Investments - How to Reduce Investment Risk
Are you looking for safe ways to invest money? Read our article and find information on how to reduce risk when investing funds!
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Forex Mobile Trading App
XTB’s mobile trading app allows you to manage your accounts from your mobile device (Android, Windows and iOs devices) on the move, wherever you are: all you need is an account with us and a working internet connection or 3G/4G access!
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Risk:Reward Ratio and Probability
A risk:reward ratio can play an essential part in your trading strategy, and ensure that you're not risking too much of your capital. This lesson teaches you how to use ratios effectively.
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VIX Trading - How to Invest in Volatility Index (VOLX)
Do you watch market volatility and want to earn by predicting market participants' emotions when the 'blood is on the street'? Take a look at VIX, also known as the 'fear index’.
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Dow Jones Trading - How to invest in the US30 index?
Dow Jones companies are creating wealth and providing work for hundreds of millions of Americans. Without them the US would lose the position of economic leader. Let's see how to start trading Dow (US30).
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