Johannesburg, South Africa – 16 March, 2026 – CFI Financial Group, a leading global online trading provider, will host its next foundational trading seminar on Thursday, 26 March at the Taj Hotel, Cape Town.
Titled “Before Your First Trade: 5 Essentials to Know,” the session is designed to help new and aspiring traders understand how financial markets function before committing capital.
The evening will be led by trading educator Lismore Burke, who will guide attendees through the core principles that shape market behaviour and price movements.
The seminar will focus on building a clear understanding of how different markets operate, including stocks, currencies, gold, and major indices, and how opportunities can vary across each asset class.
Participants will also gain insight into how traders interpret market conditions, whether markets are trending strongly or moving sideways, and how these conditions influence trading decisions.
A key part of the session will demonstrate how economic drivers connect with price action, helping attendees develop a structured framework for analysing markets before entering a trade.
The seminar will conclude with a live walkthrough of a rules-based trading strategy, taking attendees step by step from identifying an opportunity through to managing the trade.
Zihaad Israfil, CEO of CFI Financial South Africa, says the goal of the seminar is to help first-time traders approach markets with a structured mindset.
“Many people are curious about trading but feel overwhelmed by the amount of information available. Our aim with sessions like this is to simplify the fundamentals so people can understand what moves markets and how experienced traders approach decision-making,” says Israfil.
“Before placing a first trade, it is important to understand the environment you are stepping into. When people have a framework for analysing markets, they can approach opportunities with far more clarity and confidence.”
The session forms part of CFI’s broader commitment to financial literacy and accessible education, offering individuals practical guidance on how markets operate and how to approach trading responsibly.
Registration for the seminar is open to anyone interested in learning how financial markets work and how to approach trading decisions with structure and discipline.
Click here to register: https://campaigns.cfifinancial.com/en/za/seminar/177
About CFI:
About CFI: CFI Financial Group, established in 1998, is MENA’s leading online trading broker with over 25 years of experience. Operating from key locations like London, Abu Dhabi, Dubai, Cape Town, Baku, Beirut, Amman, and Cairo, CFI provides seamless access to both global and local markets. Offering diverse trading options across equities, currencies, commodities, and more, CFI delivers superior conditions, including zero-pip spreads, no commission fees, and ultra-fast execution.
The company is a leader in AI-driven tools, offering intuitive, advanced solutions for traders at all experience levels. CFI fosters financial literacy through multilingual educational content and inspires excellence through partnerships with global icons like AC Milan, FIBA WASL, and MI Cape Town cricket team, as well as the Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi. With Seven-Time Formula One™ World Champion Sir Lewis Hamilton as Global Brand Ambassador, CFI reflects a shared commitment to innovation and success while supporting cultural and community initiatives worldwide.
