CFD Trading Guide for Taking a Position on the Standard Chartered Share Price

LONDON, August 8, 2012 /PRNewswire/ --

Shares in Standard Chartered plunged as much as 22% following accusations by US regulators of business dealings with Iran just before close of trading on Monday, August 6.

In the following CFD trading guide, we look at what has caused the fall and how you could potentially profit through a CFD trading account from City Index.

Standard Chartered Branded 'Rogue Institution'

Earlier this week, Standard Chartered bank was branded a 'rogue institution' by US regulators following claims that it hid transactions for 'Iranian financial institutions' that had been subject to US economic sanctions.

Standard Chartered reacted by denying the allegations by the regulator.

Between 2001 and 2010, it has been reported that as many as 60,000 transactions had been hidden.

Standard Chartered Shares Plunge 22%

Following the allegations by US regulators, shares in the bank plunged by as much as 22% by close of trading on Tuesday, August 7, before staging a temporary rebound during early trading on Wednesday, August 8.

In a market that both rises as well as falls, you can trade CFDs with CFD trading provider City Index.

Below, we offer you an introduction to trading CFDs and how you could take a position on Standard Chartered's share price regardless of whether it rises or falls.

Introduction to CFD Trading

Trading CFDs [Contracts for Difference] is an alternative to traditional forms of trading as you do not own the underlying instrument.

Instead, you take a position on the future price movement of your chosen market, such as the Standard Chartered (LSE) share CFDs. CFDs are an agreement between two parties to exchange the difference between the opening and closing price of a contract.

How to Trade CFDs on Standard Chartered Shares

Through your CFD trading account you can take a position on Standard Chartered's share price - presented as Standard Chartered (LSE) CFD within the City Index CFD trading platform.

In the event you expect the bank's share price to fall further - you can go short and sell the Standard Chartered (LSE) CFD market. Alternatively, if you expect the bank's share price to rise - you can go long and buy the Standard Chartered (LSE) CFD market.

If the market moves in favour of your position (ie if you had gone long and it rises or if you had gone short and it falls), you will net a profit*, however, if the market moves against your position, you will incur a loss that could exceed your initial deposit.

With this in mind, it is imperative that you manage your CFD trading risk using the various tools available through the City Index website.

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It's easy to start trading CFDs online. Simply apply for an account today and soon you could be taking a position on popular markets such as indices, shares, currencies and many, many more.

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*CFD trading is exempt from Stamp Duty in the UK. However, tax laws are subject to change. Seek independent advice if necessary.

About City Index:

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CFD trading is a leveraged product which can result in losses greater than your initial deposit. Ensure you fully understand the risks.