CFDs
Explainers and news on CFD trading and the rules that govern it in Switzerland and Europe. CFDs are high-risk products.
The hidden operational toll of 24/7 Stock CFDs
STARTRADER’s 45 new round‑the‑clock equity CFDs sound like a retail breakthrough, but the back‑office, data and tech challenges may outweigh the convenience for many traders.
CFD Volume Surge Is Skewing Index Price Discovery – A Warning for All Market Participants
Retail CFD trading has reportedly jumped 40% this summer, but underlying index markets haven’t kept pace, creating a dangerous disconnect that reportedly threatens true price discovery.
Regulators Must Act Before the CFD Summer Surge Turns Toxic
The 40% jump in retail CFD volume is a warning sign that regulators can no longer ignore. I argue that tighter leverage caps and clearer disclosure rules are overdue.
Retail CFD frenzy fuels 40% volume surge amid summer volatility
Brokers report a 40% jump in retail CFD trading on major indices as summer volatility spikes, while new entrant TropixPro accelerates the market’s accessibility.