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Online trading is cheap, it's easy and it gives investors new power to control their finances.
But you have to be aware of the pitfalls. There have never been more opportunities or information sources available, but deciding which funds to buy has never been more difficult. But interest in Internet bond-trading is growing, and firms are moving to catch up. Investing in futures and options is complicated and risky. A key to successful trading is finding the best analysis, and the Net can help.