Trading Basics
Asian Session
When the majority of Asian markets are open and trade.
Typically 23:00 to 08:00 GMT.
Other Trading Basics
ABS
Asset-backed securities.
These are securities backed by assets, like mortgages, which are claimable if the creditor defaults.
AIM
Alternative Investment Market. A small cap stock market in the UK.
Lighter listing rules reduce the costs for the companies listing and seeking external equity finance.
A good starting point for growth companies not quite ready for the main LSE.
Currency Options
A option is the right to buy or sell something in the future but not the obligation. A currency option is on an FX market.
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