Reddy Shiva Shankar

Reddy writes about money, markets, and the forces that move them. Over the past decade he has published more than a million words across some of the world's top financial and fintech publications, covering forex, crypto, commodities, and macroeconomic trends through some of the most volatile markets. He got into crypto early, understood DeFi before it became a buzzword, and has spent years translating what global market shifts actually mean for real trading decisions. He writes for traders, not textbooks.

Written by Reddy Shiva Shankar
Written by Reddy Shiva Shankar
placeholder
How to Read an Economic Calendar and Actually Use It Before a Trade (2026 Guide)An economic calendar tells you exactly when markets are about to move. Learn how to read it, which events matter most, and how to trade around them in 2026.
16 hours ago
An economic calendar tells you exactly when markets are about to move. Learn how to read it, which events matter most, and how to trade around them in 2026.
placeholder
Crude Oil Trading for Beginners: How to Trade Oil CFDs in Australia (2026 Guide)Oil is up 70% in a year and still moving. Learn how crude oil trading works in Australia, what drives the price, and how to trade WTI and Brent with CFDs in 2026.
May 22, Fri
Oil is up 70% in a year and still moving. Learn how crude oil trading works in Australia, what drives the price, and how to trade WTI and Brent with CFDs in 2026.
placeholder
Forex Trading Australia: What It Is & How It Works (2026 Guide)Forex trading in Australia is legal, accessible, and ASIC-regulated. Learn what it is, how CFD forex trading works, and how to get started today.
May 14, Thu
Forex trading in Australia is legal, accessible, and ASIC-regulated. Learn what it is, how CFD forex trading works, and how to get started today.
placeholder
Best Day Trading Platforms in Australia: Top 6 Platforms Compared (2026 Guide)Compare the 6 best day trading platforms used in Australia in 2026. Learn what each platform does, who it suits, and which one fits your trading style best.
May 13, Wed
Compare the 6 best day trading platforms used in Australia in 2026. Learn what each platform does, who it suits, and which one fits your trading style best.
placeholder
Day Trading Australia: How to Start & Strategies (2026 Guide)Day trading in Australia explained: how it works, which markets to trade, beginner strategies, and risk management tips to get started the right way.
May 12, Tue
Day trading in Australia explained: how it works, which markets to trade, beginner strategies, and risk management tips to get started the right way.