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    CMC Markets - Next Generation Platform

    One real issue with their platform is their constant disconnections.
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    CMC Markets - Next Generation Platform

    About 3-10 trades per day, depending on conditions. I never felt the need to collect stats on this sorry. I see few limits get executed at the ordered price but as I said it works both ways. The spreads are tight and they include the tax so I am OK with that. Would be interested to know if...
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    CMC Markets - Next Generation Platform

    I am not aware there is an issue with slippage as long as you understand that with limits/stops you will be given the first available price after the limit/stop is triggered. So it works both ways you may get a better or worse price depending on whether you're placing a limit or a stop.
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    CMC Markets - Next Generation Platform

    I think their platform is down this morning.
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    CMC Markets - Next Generation Platform

    In all honesty the problem above is my only grudge. I got used to NG. I might prefer a different interfact and a faster response time but it's ok for my needs. I've not followed the whole thread but I think some are upset by the execution prices with stops. This works both ways, so if you have...
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    CMC Markets - Next Generation Platform

    I've been with CMC for a few years and reluctantly moved to NG. I think I got used to the interface. It was not without difficulty as changing the way one puts in trades is always hard. I think that after a number of months I am happy with the change and can see several advantages, including...
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    Pin Bar System

    pocreal, all Only saw this today following the t2w email (don't follow this bb much). The system on the first post is not too dissimilar from what I use. My triggers do not require 30min pins and the position sizing actually depends on other long term consderations. I was just wondering two...
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    Spanish/Italian government bonds - who to trade with?

    I'd be trading a large move so would be OK with largish spreads (within reason).
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    Spanish/Italian government bonds - who to trade with?

    sounds like an idea for a trade?
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    Spanish/Italian government bonds - who to trade with?

    Does anyone have any suggestions as to reputable spreadbet firms dealing with Spanish and Italian bonds?
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