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Key topics included understanding the differences between saving, trading, and investing, and how to start trading. The session focused on empowering participants to confidently engage in saving, trading, and investing using the Clarity platform.
Participants were encouraged to start their trading journey and explore the Clarity platform. A Q&A session addressed various queries, with a commitment to provide additional information via blog posts and future webinars.
How do I get started with Clarity?
Visit our Getting Started section for helpful videos and articles. Learn how to open an account, decide how much to invest, what to trade, and how to diversify your portfolio.
How do I use the Clarity web and app platforms?
Explore our How-To Videos for both web and mobile. We're also updating our UX to offer a more streamlined experience.
What is a CFD and how does it work on Clarity?
A CFD (Contract for Difference) lets you gain exposure to the returns of a share without owning it. On Clarity, you trade CFDs with Investec. Learn more in our CFD Help Section.
What can I trade on Clarity? Can I trade offshore?
Yes! You can trade a wide range of instruments including local and offshore shares, commodities, and more.
What is margin trading and how does it work on Clarity?
Clarity offers both fully funded and margin accounts in ZAR and USD. Margin trading allows you to trade with leverage—typically at a 15% margin rate. Learn more in our Margin Trading Guide.
Does Clarity offer Stop Loss and Take Profit features?
Not yet—but they’re coming soon! Stay tuned via email for updates.
Can I trade fractional shares on Clarity?
Yes! You can buy a portion of a share. Learn more here.
What are the fees on Clarity?
What are the tax implications of using Clarity?
See our Tax Overview for guidance.
How do dividends work on Clarity?
You receive manufactured dividends weekly when trading CFDs. Reinvestment is not yet available. More info here.
Does Clarity offer a demo account?
No demo account is available, but you can start trading with as little as R25 and use fractional shares to test your ideas.
How do I contact Clarity support?
Key topics included understanding the differences between saving, trading, and investing, and how to start trading.
Saving is characterised by low risk and predictable returns, while investing involves a longer-term strategy with higher potential returns and moderate risk. Trading is more tactical and involves short-term positions, often with higher risk.
It is advisable to start trading once you have built a savings and investment portfolio and feel comfortable with the risks involved. Trading can be pursued with a small portion of your overall wealth.
Risk can be managed through diversification, ensuring you don’t put all your funds into one asset. Money management practices are also essential to determine the appropriate size of trades.
ETFs (Exchange-Traded Funds) are investment funds that are traded on stock exchanges, similar to stocks. They provide diversified exposure to various assets, making them suitable for passive investors.
The Clarity app allows users to manage their portfolios, conduct trades, and access savings accounts. Familiarity with the app can be gained by exploring its features and functionalities.
Dividends are payments made to shareholders from a company’s profits. Investors in both stocks and ETFs can receive dividends, which are typically paid quarterly or annually.
A CFD allows investors to speculate on price movements without owning the underlying asset. While you benefit from price changes and dividends, you do not have voting rights as you would with direct stock ownership.
Leverage trading allows investors to control larger positions with a smaller amount of capital. For example, with £15, an investor can control £100 worth of an asset, amplifying both potential gains and losses.
Currently, Clarity offers an ETF that tracks the performance of Bitcoin, providing exposure to cryptocurrency without needing to convert funds into a crypto wallet.
For assistance with the Clarity platform, users can contact support via email or the live chatbot feature on the website.
