Wendy Mahlatsi | Financial Writer | IG International

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CFDs are complex instruments. 72% of retail client accounts lose money when trading CFDs, with this investment provider. You can lose your money rapidly due to leverage. Please ensure you understand how this product works and whether you can afford to take the high risk of losing money. CFDs are complex instruments. 72% of retail client accounts lose money when trading CFDs, with this investment provider. You can lose your money rapidly due to leverage. Please ensure you understand how this product works and whether you can afford to take the high risk of losing money.

Wendy Mahlatsi

Financial Writer

Johannesburg, South Africa

Wendy writes content about interest rates, investment strategies, and market analysis. In her spare time, she applies her understanding of risk management and market trends to build a balanced portfolio, bridging theory and practice.

Wendy quickly expanded her knowledge through deep study and guidance from experts, diving into cryptocurrency trading, blockchain fundamentals, and traditional investment strategies. Her growing expertise covers digital asset markets, as well as traditional instruments like stocks and ETFs. She blends cutting-edge and established financial concepts in her writing.

Before joining IG, she worked as a gaming copywriter and project manager.

With IG since: 2022

Trading since: 2021

Preferred trading style: Trading the news

Most memorable trade: Shorted USD/ZAR before the SARB's surprise rate hike in November 2021. The Rand strengthened sharply, netting a quick 300-pip gain. Not only a first major win but a lesson that timing is everything.

Favourite financial book/podcast: JSE Direct with Simon Brown for weekly overview of what's happening on the JSE in South Africa, and Girls that Invest by Simran Kaur.

BA Communication Science from the University of South Africa

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The risks of loss from investing in CFDs can be substantial and the value of your investments may fluctuate. 72% of retail client accounts lose money when trading CFDs, with this investment provider. CFDs are complex instruments and come with a high risk of losing money rapidly due to leverage. You should consider whether you understand how this product works, and whether you can afford to take the high risk of losing your money.

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