Yearly Archives: 2026
Beyond Buy-and-Hold: A Trader’s Guide to Correlation and Diversification in a Leveraged CFD Portfolio
Written on January 26, 2026 at 10:00 am, by lishitong
Topic Summary Diversification works differently in a leveraged CFD portfolio than it does in traditional investing. Because CFDs use margin and leverage, risk doesn’t just come from price moves; it also comes from how closely markets move together, how much margin each position uses, and the cost of holding trades over time. Assets that appearContinue Reading
CFD vs Options: Comparing Trading Strategies and Risk Profiles
Written on January 22, 2026 at 10:00 am, by lishitong
Topic Summary CFDs and options are two common ways for traders to gain exposure to markets without owning the underlying asset. Both are derivatives, but they behave very differently once you start trading them. CFDs tend to track price movements more directly, often with leverage, while options are shaped by time, volatility, and contract structure.Continue Reading
Straddle vs Strangle Options
Written on January 20, 2026 at 10:00 am, by lishitong
Topic Summary Straddle and strangle options strategies are commonly used when traders expect a large price move but don’t want to pick a direction. Both strategies combine a call option and a put option on the same underlying asset and expiration date. The difference comes down to strike selection, cost, and how far the priceContinue Reading
