Spread Betting Answers:
1. How to Spread Bet on the FTSE 100?
At the time of writing, the FTSE (September) market is trading at 6,265 - 6,269 with FinancialSpreads.com.
In other words, you can bet on the FTSE 100 closing below 6,265 or above 6,269 by 21-Sep.
It should be noted that with the FTSE 100, you trade in £X per point, where a point is 1 point of FTSE movement. For example, if your stake was £2 per point and the FTSE moves 30 points then that would be a £60 difference to your bottom line.
Let's say you like the spread that FinancialSpreads.com are offering ie the spread of 6,265 - 6,269. And let's say you've done your analysis and...
Spread Betting on the FTSE 100 Example
1) You think the FTSE 100 should go up by the closing date of 21 Sep
2) You decide you want to 'buy' the market. You invest £5 per FTSE point
3) The market increases. You let the spread bet run until the expiry date
4) The FTSE closes at 6,301
5) Opening value = 6,269
6) Profit = (closing level - opening level) x stake per point
7) Profit = (6,301 - 6,269) x £5 per point stake
8) Profit = 32 x £5 per point stake
9) Profit = £160
Nevertheless, had the FTSE 100 not performed as strongly as you expected, and finished at a lower value of 6,195, you would have made a loss on this spread bet
5) You bought the market at 6,269
6) Loss = (closing level - opening level) x stake per point
7) Loss = (6,195 - 6,269) x £5 per point stake
8) Loss = -74 x £5 per point stake
9) Loss = - £370
(Prices quoted as of 12-Sep-2007).
2. Where can I Financial Spread Bet on the FTSE 100?
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| S&P 500 Daily |
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The above spread betting markets may also be available with other companies. Also see Comparison Table Notes.
3. Where can I find real-time spread betting prices for the FTSE 100?
All of the above companies provide access to real-time indices prices to their account holders.
Note that you may need to log into your account in order to see live spread betting prices for the FTSE 100 Index.
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4. Where can I find indices candlestick charts for the FTSE 100?
A number of the spread betting companies offer a variety of charts, including candlestick charts. Note that you may need to open an account with the respective company in order to see the charts and/or have full access to real-time charts that you can manipulate. Spread betting accounts are subject to status, terms and conditions.
Candlestick charts are currently available with:
Charts may also be available from other spread betting companies.
Example indices charts from Financial Spreads:
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"FTSE Spread Betting" last update by RThomas, 11-Mar-2010
Warning: Financial spread betting carries a high level of risk. You can lose more than your initial investment or stake. Financial spread betting may not be suitable for all investors. Only trade with money that you can afford to lose. Make sure you fully understand the risk involved. If necessary, seek independent financial advice.
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