There are a number of books available dedicated specifically to CFDs. The majority of the CFD books have been written by Australian authors and traders and the books cover all aspects of trading Contracts for Difference (CFDs).
Eva Diaz – Real Traders 2
Eva Diaz has collated a series of interviews with CFD traders in Australia. Eva uncovers the truth behind CFD trading and shows you how real people actually trade CFDs. Some of the returns are stunning with one of the traders featured being Dave Limburg who made 441% in 9 weeks in a CMC Markets trading competition.
Supercharge Your Returns with CFDs by Jeff Cartridge
It is a bit hard to provide an impartial view of this book, because I wrote it. It is a good overall look at trading CFDs from the basics through to intermediate traders. The book provides trading strategies as well as a section of the psychology of trading successfully. A German translation of this book is also available.
Contracts for Difference by Catherine Davey
This was the first book on CFDs to hit the book shelves and has sold well because of this. The book explains the mechanics of CFDs and includes a large amount of technical analysis information in it as well. Catherine Davey’s book also prominently features the CFD Provider that sponsored the writing of the book.
Making Money from CFD Trading by Catherine Davey
Catherine’s second book profiles her journey in taking a $13,000 CFD account and turning it into $30,000. This is a great insight into what it takes psychologically and emotionally to trade CFDs as Cat embarks on the journey to make money with Contracts for Difference (CFDs).
“Trading ASX CFDs, Options and Warrants the ASX Way” written by the ASX
This book was published by the ASX and takes a look at the benefits of using ASX CFDs and other derivative products to trade. A sound factual overview of the trading products is available from an experienced education team.
CFDs a Traders Guide to Contracts for Difference and Technical Analysis by John Jeffery
John Jeffery has produced a detailed look at CFDs, the mechanics, strategies and tools for success in the CFD market. He also takes a look at how CFDs compare to other derivatives and the history of CFDs. This is a comprehensive book for the beginner or more advanced trader.
And The Best CFD Book Is………..
It is hard to label any of these the Best CFD book on the market as they all take a different approach to the market. If you want to read about real traders going about their daily trades then Catherine Davey’s second book or Eva Diaz’s books stand out.
Jeff Cartridge and John Jeffrey both provide a broad coverage of all aspects of trading CFDs from the mechanics through to the strategies you can use. And if what you want to know is how to trade ASX CFDs then the ASX book would be perfect for you.
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