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A Synthetic Call is a trading strategy that is designed to replicate the payoff of a traditional call option using a combination of other financial instruments, such as stocks and options. Goal of a Synthetic Call The goal of a Synthetic Call is to create the same profit potential as a call option, while avoiding […]

The award-winning forex and CFD broker has teamed up with Acuity to provide clients with a cutting-edge economic calendar. Powered by an AI big data engine, the powerful tool categorizes macroeconomic events based on their market impact, allowing Eightcap clients to make informed trading decisions. A Step Up From Traditional Economic Calendars The AI-enabled calendar […]

Macaulay Duration measures the average time it takes to receive the bond’s total cash flow. It is calculated by dividing the sum of all discounted cash flows by the sum of current market value of the bond. Modified Duration, on the other hand, is similar to Macaulay Duration in that it also measures how long […]

Dim sum bonds are securities denominated in offshore Chinese currency, known as the Renminbi (RMB) or Yuan (CNY). They are issued in Hong Kong and used for raising capital from international investors. Dim sum bonds generally offer higher yields than domestic Chinese bonds and provide access to RMB investments, which provides a source of currency […]

Fundamental analysis is a method of evaluating the intrinsic value of a financial asset, such as a stock, bond, or commodity, by examining the underlying economic and financial factors that may influence its value. In fundamental analysis, a trader/investor looks at the financial health and performance of the company, industry, or sector. This analysis includes […]

Mezzanine debt is a type of financing that falls between debt and equity. It is called “mezzanine” debt because it is structured as a junior, subordinate debt that is subordinate to the senior debt. It is typically used by companies that have already exhausted other sources of financing, such as traditional bank loans, and are […]

Thematic investing is an investment strategy that focuses on identifying and investing in companies that are positioned to benefit from long-term trends that are transforming the way we work and live. These trends, which can be technological, demographic, social, or environmental in nature, are expected to have a significant impact on the global economy and […]

A vulture fund is a type of investment fund that specializes in buying debt that is in default, typically from governments or companies in distressed financial situations. The goal of a vulture fund is to make a profit by purchasing the debt at a discounted price and then either suing the borrower for the full […]

Popular copy trading platform, ZuluTrade, has announced plans to expand its services in Japan. This comes as the firm is upgrading its social trading technology, with ZuluTrade 2.0 due to launch later this year. New Products For Japanese Traders ZuluTrade will provide its trading services through ZuluTrade Japan CO Ltd, which holds a license with […]

Binance has been quick to praise the latest plans to regulate cryptoassets in the UK. In response to the economic and finance ministry’s proposals, the cryptocurrency exchange said it “looks forward to contributing to the process… [and is] enthusiastic about the core design principles mentioned”. But is Binance just seeking to reassure users after a […]