You made it. You made it through to January pay day. For most people this is more exciting than their birthdays. But why do we do this to ourselves every single year? Why do we recklessly throw all caution to the wind with our budgets over December, making January feel like every single day is a week and an endless stretch to make ends meet? Perhaps it might have something to do with the very unrealistic New Year’s resolutions we set for ourselves. They are always so all-encompassing with absolutely no room for failure, until inevitably they’re forgotten, and we are left right back where we started.

This could be a very good time to start making plans instead of promises – a tangible action list that will yield rewards instead of resentment. There are so many vehicles for financial growth that are a lot more accessible for the average South African than ever before, all it takes is a little bit of investment savvy. CM Trading, an award-winning online trading company is committed to providing an essential investment service to South African clients who prefer an out-of-the-box approach to investment opportunities. “Trading in shares and commodities has always been something that has been out of reach for the average South African,” says Daniel Kibel of CM Trading, “but we have found a quick and easy way to help the consumer trade effectively – on their phone, i-pad, PC – all at the touch of a button.” 

Of course, year-round saving is essential to ensure that your nest egg steadily grows, but any extra windfalls that you might have such as commission, a bonus or extra income could provide the opportunity for an alternate investment strategy, such as share trading. When asked why this should be a consideration, Daniel says, “The return that one can make through online share trading is so much more than the interest rate that the banks will offer you (on a fixed deposit from the major South African banks, the average rate is between four and five percent. Responsible and expertly guided share trading can net you so much more.”

“Anyone can become a trader through our unique website and easy to use and understand portals.  You don’t have to be a trading genius or have years of experience as a stock broker – we have created the platform to allow you to do it yourself.” Everything required for you to make a successful start is provided.

It’s not possible to foresee exactly what the financial future holds, but strategising a tangible plan will go a long way to easing the January strain next year. 

When trying to navigate the complex and often overwhelming web of forex trading, it is important to have a partner you can trust, one that can act quickly, efficiently and provide you with the best advice and products for your portfolio.  CM Trading is the company that offers its clients all this and more and has become the leading provider of derivative trading solutions to the local and international market.  

Since its establishment in 2012 CM Trading has built up a reputation for being able to answer its clients needs either personally, with the development of new and unique software solutions, or by providing webinars, training videos, technical analysis and e-books – all for free.  CM Trading’s aim is to make sure your individual trading goals are met in a responsible way. 

Offering a transparent trading environment to the retail market, CM Trading offers many services including:

• Guardian Angel – an intelligent automated trading assistant that encourages responsible trading
• Copy Kat – a social trading platform that allows traders to see what other traders are doing and then follow them/copy them as they see fit
• Trading Central – this is a leading market analysis website from which clients can glean information to help make informed decisions
• Live market summary
• Web trader

“Trading is a long-term activity, it’s best to not trade on emotions or beyond your means to ensure continued growth. At the end of the day you can’t change the volatility of the market, responsible trading will help make certain to protect you from it,” says Paul Venter Head of Business Development.

“CM Trading also offers support with the intricacies of Cryptocurrency trading.  This market is often complex and convoluted but it doesn’t have to be – it can be easy and enjoyable and can turn your world around – with the right tools and backing.  Even institutions have begun trading cryptocurrencies with CM Trading as they realise that this phenomenon has the potential to boost control of their trade.” 

An FSB-regulated company, CM Trading offers the best trading experience both locally and internationally and is a source of information and a conduit to successful trading on any and all trading platforms including: Forex Trading, CFD Trading, Stocks, Cryptocurrencies, Indicies Trading, Commodities Trading and Currency Trading. 

For more information on CM Trading please visit their website  https://www.cmtrading.com, or contact them on +27 10 500 80 26 or via email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. . You can also follow them on Twitter @CMTrading_FX and Facebook @CapitalMarketsTrading.