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CFDs are complex instruments and come with a high risk of losing money rapidly due to leverage. 75.2% of retail investor accounts lose money when trading CFDs with this provider. You should consider whether you understand how CFDs work and whether you can afford to take the high risk of losing your money.
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If you are wondering, ‘How can I start trading?’ then look no further! Here, we are going to go through how you can make your first trade with markets.com step-by-step.
Step 1: Log in to your markets.com app – if you do not have a markets.com account, you can find more information on how to get started HERE
Step 2: Navigate to the ‘trade’ tab at the bottom left of the app or the ‘search’ tool on desktop.
Step 3: Find an asset that you would like to start trading.
Step 4: Select the ‘buy’ or ‘sell’ option and input how much of that asset you would like to add to your portfolio.
Congratulations! You have now opened your first trade with markets.com.
It must be noted that just because the trading experience is smooth when using the markets.com platform, this does not mean that trading in the financial markets is easy. Trading is a high-risk activity and users are highly encouraged to conduct their own research before starting to trade.
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Risk Warning and Disclaimer: This article represents only the author’s views and is for reference only. It does not constitute investment advice or financial guidance, nor does it represent the stance of the Markets.com platform. Trading Contracts for Difference (CFDs) involves high leverage and significant risks. Before making any trading decisions, we recommend consulting a professional financial advisor to assess your financial situation and risk tolerance. Any trading decisions based on this article are at your own risk.
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