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12 Mistakes to Avoid when Trading Shares

STM_Front_Cover_3DMost people who invest in shares do so in solitude, believing themselves immune to the typical mistakes repeatedly made by the vast majority. To help you avoid these pitfalls we look at some of the most common and costly mistakes to assist in extending your trading lifetime to be as long and as profitable as possible.

While this guide is primarily designed to provide those new to investing with a helping heads-up, it is also meant to help you decide whether you are using the most appropriate product for your investment approach, allowing you to appraise your current experience and see if you might be able to improve things (success, costs, understanding) by taking a look at some of the alternatives available.

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Spread bets and CFDs are complex instruments and come with a high risk of losing money rapidly due to leverage.
Spread bets and CFDs are complex instruments and come with a high risk of losing money rapidly due to leverage. 69% of retail investor accounts lose money when spread betting and/or trading CFDs with this provider. You should consider whether you understand how spread bets and CFDs work and whether you can afford to take the high risk of losing your money.
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