Articles on Trading in the UK
In our Articles section we explore UK trading brokers, the impact regulation has on the broker industry, as well as compare brokers side-by-side and share in-depth personal reviews of the top UK trading platforms. Trading is difficult, let your hunt for a trading broker be easy.
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How to Switch Trading Platforms
James Warwick ｜ Published: August 13, 2025｜ Edited by John Michaels OK, so you are sick and tired of your old broker and you’re considering a switch. How do you even switch trading platforms? Where do you begin? Well, in this guide, we’ll break down everything you need to know when…
Top 5 Trends for Trading Platforms in 2025
James Warwick ｜ Published: January 31, 2025｜ Fact-checked by John Michaels I know some people assume that trading platforms have hit a plateau, or that once you’ve got basic charting, news feeds, and a neat “Buy” button, you’re set for life. But in 2025, the innovation hasn’t just continued—it’s supercharged. We’re watching an explosion…
Best Trading Platforms for Investing
Finding that balance between a trading platform and investing is hard – people often refer to this as ‘Tradevesting’ meaning to hold a trading position for a longer time – similar to swing trading or position trading. Here we will explore the best trading platforms for investing longer-term.
Forex.com vs Pepperstone
Forex.com vs Pepperstone – which broker is better for UK traders? Whilst it’s a tight clash ultimately Pepperstone reigns supreme but Forex.com provides a tough challenge.
Can I Make a Living from Trading in the UK?
Making a living as a full-time trader in the UK is not easy. It requires a level of discipline, starting capital and dedication that most people simply do not have. There is a reason why over 70% of traders fail. It is not easy, so let’s break it down.
How Trading Platforms Make Money
Beginners often ask us, how do trading platforms make money – I can’t see any upfront fees… so what are they getting out of this relationship? Well, let’s break down how brokers / platforms actually make their money.
Best MT4 Brokers for UK Traders
Looking for the best MT4 brokers in the UK? Metatrader 4 (MT4) is a classic online trading platform, used by retail traders and professionals alike in the trading game. However, with so many brokers offering MT4 & MT5, which is the best?
Forex Lot Size Calculator UK Traders
Our free forex lot size calculator is designed to guide beginner UK traders on position sizing for risk management. We will constantly update and improve this page to provide the most accurate information. It will always be free for all UK forex traders.
Vantage Markets vs Pepperstone: UK Broker Comparison
James Warwick ｜ Published: December 17, 2024｜ Who is a Better Broker: Vantage Markets vs Pepperstone? OK, it’s that time for another broker match-up, this time it’s Vantage Markets vs Pepperstone. Choosing between Pepperstone and Vantage Markets, is tricky to say the least… Both brokers are FCA-regulated, highly reputable, and cater to…
Best Day Trading Platforms in the UK
Day trading is just fundamentally buying or selling stocks, commodities or indices in one day without holding on to the trade too long. So which brokers make this easy and which simply don’t cut it.
