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CFDs are complex instruments and come with a high risk of losing money rapidly due to leverage. 70% of retail investor accounts lose money when trading CFDs with this provider. You should consider whether you understand how CFDs work, and whether you can afford to take the high risk of losing your money. CFDs are complex instruments and come with a high risk of losing money rapidly due to leverage. 70% of retail investor accounts lose money when trading CFDs with this provider. You should consider whether you understand how CFDs work, and whether you can afford to take the high risk of losing your money.

Wendy Mahlatsi

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