Recent content by David Thorpe

This article is aimed at all those new to trading and we look at the basics of what technical analysis actually is. What is Technical Analysis? Technical analysis is the study of price data and statistical indicators that are formed by market activity. Market activity illustrates the flow of...

We take a basic look at what Swing Trading is and how to use it in trading. Trading Categories In our opinion, there are three broad categories that can be used to classify all trading methods. These categories are based around the amount of time a speculator holds his or her position in the...

Here we take a brief look at how the forex market began and how it has evolved over the years. The foreign exchange, FX or forex market, as we know it has been evolving for hundreds of years. It is believed that the concept of banking first arose in ancient Mesopotamian times. Royal palaces and...

Introduction This article refers to financial spread betting. This means that we are talking about stock, index, future, forex, treasury, commodity and market sector spread bets. If you are looking for information about sporting spread bets then unfortunately this article will be of no use to...

Here we take a beginners look at what the Stock Market is and how it works. Introduction Apart from the glitz and panache of Hollywood or the iconic World of the pop star the stock market is probably seen as the most glamorous way of making a living (and a very healthy living at that!). Over...

Introduction The Holy Grail is quite possibly the most famous piece of Christian mythology. Almost every archaeologist, historian, Christian and capitalist would love to find it, and many dedicate their lives towards its pursuit. It is said that those who drink from The Grail will be blessed...