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I've been following the upcoming dividends of the Ibex 35 for a while, and honestly, 2026 has been quite interesting. We've already seen the first payments since January, and some numbers are quite surprising. BBVA, CaixaBank, Bankinter, Naturgy... all have been distributing their money in the first months of the year, and right now we're at that point where several significant payments are still ahead.
What catches my attention the most is the growth in dividends of some companies. Aena increased from €0.976 to €1.09, Inditex is in good figures, and Indra is projecting a 20% increase for July

Recently, I have been reviewing how the stock market has evolved during 2025, and the truth is it has been a very different year from 2024. While last year was marked by record highs, this year has brought volatility that many did not expect, mainly due to tariffs implemented by the U.S. administration. The impacts were immediate: indices in the red globally, but interestingly, gold shot above $3,300 per ounce. People were seeking refuge. However, after that initial correction in March-April, the markets recovered quite a bit. Right now, they are again hitting all-time highs, although trade un

Recently, someone asked me what trading really is, and I realized that many people confuse it with simply investing or using a broker. So I decided to share what I’ve learned after years in the markets.
A trader is basically someone who buys and sells financial instruments seeking short-term profits. It could be you trading on your own, or someone within a financial institution. The key difference with an investor is the time horizon: we traders pay attention to quick market movements, while an investor buys something intending to hold it for years. And a broker is simply the intermediary that

I’ve been in the markets for years, and there’s one thing I see many beginner traders ignore: the per, without exaggeration, is the most important tool in fundamental analysis. It’s not magic, but it’s also not complicated. Let me explain why.
Basically, when we talk about per, we’re talking about how many times a company’s annual profit is reflected in its stock price. Price to Earnings Ratio, to be exact. That is: if a company has a per of 15, its current earnings (projected over 12 months) would take 15 years to pay for what it costs on the stock market. Sounds simple, but here’s where it g

I’ve been thinking about this for a while, and I believe many novice traders make the same mistake: they confuse shares with participations without truly understanding what the difference is between them. They are not the same at all.
Let’s see: shares are basically parts of a company’s capital. When you buy a share, you own that company in the corresponding proportion. That gives you rights: you receive dividends if the company decides to distribute them, you have voting rights at meetings, and you have access to company information. If you have enough shares, you can even influence decisions

Recently, I was reviewing how different countries handle their fiscal policies during times of inflation, and I came across something interesting that many overlook: understanding what a deflator is is essential to grasp why some governments make decisions that seem contradictory.
When we talk about the deflator in economics, we are actually referring to an adjustment that allows us to compare real numbers over time without being misled by inflation. Imagine a company says its sales grew 20% from one year to the next. Sounds good, right? But if prices increased by 10%, the real growth was much

I've noticed for some time that many people entering the investment world confuse shares with participations. It's understandable because at first glance they seem the same, but the truth is there are quite important differences that you should be clear about if you don't want to end up buying something that isn't exactly what you were looking for.
Let's start with the basics. Shares are fragments of a company's capital. When you buy a share, you become an owner of that company in the proportion that corresponds. This gives you the right to receive dividends when the company decides to distrib

I recently reviewed how many new traders get lost trying to interpret charts without really understanding what they are seeing. The truth is, knowing how to read trading charts is more fundamental than it seems, and it’s not that complicated once you get the hang of it.
Basically, there are three main types you need to know: lines, bars, and Japanese candlesticks. Each tells a different story about the market. The line chart is the simplest, only connecting closing prices, so it’s perfect if you want to see the overall long-term trend without much noise. But if you need details about what happ

I've noticed for a while that many new traders make the same mistake: they try to trade without really understanding what they're looking at on the screen. And mastering how to read trading charts in the stock market is practically the first thing you need if you want to make informed decisions.
Basically, all technical analysis boils down to this: learning how to interpret how the price moves. There are three types of trading charts you should know well, and each tells a different story about what's happening in the market.
The line chart is the simplest. It connects closing prices and gives

Recently, someone asked me if participations and shares are the same, and I was surprised that the confusion was so common. It turns out that for many investors, the difference between participations and shares remains a mystery, so I decided to put this together to clarify the topic.
Let's start with the basics. Shares are simply parts of a company's capital, nothing more. If you buy shares of a company, you are literally an owner of a piece of that company in the proportion that corresponds. This gives you certain rights: receiving dividends when they are paid out, voting at the meetings, re

If you’ve been in Forex for a while, you’ve probably noticed something that sets this market apart from others: here, you don’t buy single shares—you trade in lots. And honestly, understanding how lot sizing works is the first thing you should master before putting real money in.
Let’s start with the basics. Lot sizing is simply a standardized measure to make transactions efficient. Think of it like this: instead of having to place an order like “I want 327.812 euros in EUR/USD,” you simply use lots. It’s much more practical. In Forex, one lot equals 100,000 units of the base currency. If you

I've been wanting to better understand how to invest in oil for a while and ended up comparing several platforms. What surprised me the most is that there are two main types: Brent and WTI, and they react differently to news. Brent is more sensitive to geopolitical crises, while WTI moves with U.S. data. For someone just starting out, basically you have options: oil company stocks, ETFs, futures, or CFDs. CFDs are the most accessible if you have limited capital. After reviewing, the platforms that are most worth it depend on what you're looking for. If you want something simple and cheap to st

I was looking for investment apps with little money and I came across these 5, which are actually quite good if you’re just starting out. Most have low deposits and zero commissions, so they won’t break the bank when it comes to entry costs.
MiTrade seemed the simplest to me for beginners—you can get started with just $20. It has integrated TradingView charts, and the interface is clean, with no too-many unnecessary buttons. AvaTrade is more for people who already have experience; it offers MetaTrader 4 and 5, and if you access a professional account, you get more leverage.
Plus500 has an impr

I just reviewed my notes on RSI again, and honestly, there’s a concept that many traders completely ignore: bullish RSI divergence is probably the most reliable signal you’ll find if you know where to look.
Look, RSI is an indicator everyone knows. It measures momentum by comparing bullish versus bearish closes over a certain period, usually 14 candles. The thing is, it oscillates between 0 and 100, allowing you to see when an asset is overbought (above 70) or oversold (below 30). So far, nothing new.
But here’s where it gets interesting. When the price is falling and hitting lower lows, but t

Recently, I was looking for tools to practice trading without risking real money, and I was surprised to discover how many options are available. It turns out that most people don’t differentiate between a traditional stock market simulator and a broker’s demo account, but the truth is they are quite different things, although both serve the same purpose: training without losing money.
Stock market simulators are mainly educational tools created by specialized finance platforms. They are designed for you to understand how everything works, without pressure. In contrast, the demo accounts offer

I've been looking for apps to trade with little money for a while, and I just did a lot of research on this. The truth is, you no longer need a fortune to get started; there are several options that let you begin with very little capital.
The one that caught my attention the most is MiTrade. It's super easy to use, you can start with just $20, and the interface is clean, without much clutter. They have integrated TradingView charts and allow you to trade stocks, cryptocurrencies, gold—all from a single account. Plus, they give you $50,000 in demo to practice risk-free.
If you already have expe

Recently, someone asked me if I can sell stocks whenever I want, and the truth is that the answer isn't as simple as it seems. It all depends on where those stocks are listed and what hours the market operates, but also whether you actually own them or are trading CFDs.
Look, basically there are two ways to play with stocks. The first is direct buying and selling, where you truly purchase the asset, like buying a house. You wait for it to go up and then sell it for a higher price. But here’s the catch: you can't sell what you don't own. With CFDs, it's different; it's much more flexible. Here,

I've been observing how the Ibex 35 moves for a while, and honestly, this week has been quite intense. If you want to know what to expect in the coming weeks, I’ll tell you what's happening and how this short-term stock market forecast could evolve.
This week, the Spanish benchmark has been jumping back and forth. On Monday, it rose 0.75% to 17,755 points, but on Tuesday, there was a correction due to fixed income pressure and international tensions. The interesting part was Wednesday, when the Ibex jumped 2.16% and broke the 18,000-point barrier, closing at 18,051.69. Right now, it has a week

I’ve been looking for the best trading app for a while, and I’ve just reviewed several options that work with little capital. Honestly, there are more alternatives than I thought.
MiTrade caught my attention because you can start with just 20 USD. The interface is super clean, with no unnecessary clutter, and it has integrated TradingView charts. It’s ideal if you’re just starting out and don’t want to deal with buttons everywhere. Plus, from a single account, you can trade stocks, forex, gold, Bitcoin—everything. The demo account gives you 50,000 USD in virtual funds for 90 days to practice w

I've been researching the best apps to invest with little money for a while and found something interesting: most people believe you need a huge capital to start, but honestly, that's not the case. I tried several platforms, and there are real options that work with very low minimum deposits.
MyTrade surprised me because you can start with just $20. The interface is clean, without too much visual noise, and you can trade stocks, cryptocurrencies, gold, all from a single account. It has integrated TradingView charts, and honestly, it's very user-friendly for beginners. It has 6 million users, s