When synthetic indices first appeared, I was baffled by their lot sizes. I came from forex, where 0.01 is the base lot, so seeing V75 start at 0.001 felt alien. Then Boom & Crash indices use 0.20 minimum lots—yet their price moves at a snail’s pace. I remember comparing a 0.2 lot on Boom 100 […]
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When I first dove into synthetic indices back in 2016, there were only a handful—and everyone swore by V75. Naturally, I jumped in headfirst on that one. Looking back, though, that wasn’t always the kindest introduction—there were gentler indices that would’ve spared a newbie’s balance in those early days. The problem is that I had […]
Timing is half the battle—yet most blogs toss out random “best times to trade” with zero data to back them up. When I first started, I figured synthetic indices ran at the same pace 24/7—after all, they’re just algorithms, immune to news or fundamentals. Boy, was I wrong. Over time I spotted recurring patterns, but […]
Not every trading session calls for white-knuckle volatility—sometimes you need a calmer pace to spot reliable setups without the noise. In those moments, the least volatile synthetic indices on Deriv offer just enough movement to keep things interesting while letting you focus on your edge. That’s exactly why I love synthetic indices: under one broker […]
Back in 2016 I stumbled onto Deriv’s synthetic indices and thought, “Trade 24/7 with zero news noise? I’m in.” As a forex-and-binary options guy, the idea of pure algorithm-driven markets sounded both crazy and brilliant. Nearly a decade later, I’m still trading these things every day—watching new synths launch, old ones retire, and setups evolve. […]
As an independent trader, I am thrilled to see Deriv recognized as the Most Trusted Global Broker at the UF Awards Global 2024. This accolade is a testament to Deriv’s unwavering commitment to excellence, transparency, and client satisfaction. The UF Awards, known for their rigorous selection process and high standards, have rightly highlighted Deriv’s superior […]
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