TradeSense is IG Markets' dedicated resource for anyone new to CFD trading. This structured educational programme is available for free when you open your account.
The five TradeSense modules
The five modules cover what we believe to be the most important aspects of CFD trading, from the basics of understanding what a CFD is, to establishing a trading strategy using advanced trading methods and various risk management tools.
Module 1: CFD overview and dealing online
The basics of what CFDs are and how they work. We also discuss why this form of trading has become so popular in the last few years and the advantages that our service offers over other forms of trading.
Module 2: Using orders to trade
An introduction to Stop and Limit orders and how they can be used to both open and close positions.
Module 3: Leverage and margin
An explanation on leverage and gearing, as well as comparing CFDs with other non-geared financial investments.
Module 4: Attitude to risk
This module takes a brief look at how our accounts can suit your outlook on risk. We also take a look at risk management and its importance.
Module 5: Trading discipline
This module discusses the importance of discipline as a trading tool and covers a number of ways to maintain trading discipline, as well as a sharing some general trading tips.
Trade reduced minimum deal sizes
To help build your confidence as you learn more about CFD trading, TradeSense starts you on reduced minimum deal sizes which gradually increase up to our standard size over the course of six weeks.
The TradeSense course
| Week | Min. online commission (SA Share CFDs) |
Min. online deal size (for non-share markets) |
|---|---|---|
| 1-2 | R25 | 5% |
| 3-4 | R50 | 10% |
| 5-6 | R75 | 25% |
Get started with TradeSense
IG Markets clients can log into PureDeal to access the complete modules. If you are not already an IG Markets client, apply online to get access.
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