Hey dudes, here's a few questions for anyone trading in the UK. I'm a N00b looking for some basic info / opinions about software and spread betting in particular. For the record I've never placed a trade although I have been a professional gambler (poker) for 7 years. I'm hoping to start out doing some long/medium term trend following.
1) What's the best platform available to UK traders? By best I mean most advanced software with the highest capabilities although price is obviously a big consideration.
2) Spread betting? I mean is this a good option? I'm wary of OTC companies since I don't know what their attitude will be towards winning players. Can we trust these guys? If yes then wtf is the difference between spread betting and CFD's - really?
3) Ties in with Q1 but where can I find some "back testing" software. I'm keen to produce some over-fitted garbage strategies.
Cheers for any input / pointers, all the best Bob