Zornitsa Stefanova
Financial Research and Platform Testing Analyst
Zornitsa Stefanova is a Financial Research and Platform Testing Analyst at BestBrokers, specialising in forex, cryptocurrencies, stock trading, and online brokerage services. Her work combines detailed market research with hands-on testing of trading platforms and broker accounts.
As part of the BestBrokers research team, Zornitsa evaluates key aspects of the trading experience, including account registration and verification, platform usability, available markets, trading costs, payment methods, and customer support. She also reviews regulatory information, broker policies, and product conditions to help readers understand how different providers compare in practice.
Her articles cover broker evaluations, trading platforms, currency pairs, cryptocurrency services, deposits and withdrawals, and other topics relevant to retail investors. Zornitsa follows the BestBrokers testing methodology and focuses on presenting complex financial information in a clear, accurate, and practical way, enabling readers to make better-informed decisions when comparing brokers and trading services.
Latest Articles
Best Crypto Brokers in Australia for 2026
The popularity of cryptocurrencies is rapidly increasing, with a growing number of online brokers and exchanges offering digital asset trading to Australian residents. This proliferation of options makes finding reliable crypto trading platforms laborious and time-consuming, but we at BestBrokers are here to simplify the selection process. Our team has singled out the most reputable […]
eToro Spreads, Fees, and Commissions
Between its social trading capabilities and impressive market variety, eToro is a broker that can appeal to the preferences of traders from far and wide. However, before you register, it is recommended that you become aware of the charges that will affect your trading sessions. Thankfully, eToro’s trading fees are relatively straightforward, making it excellent […]
eToro Account Opening
Account Types at eToro Etoro offers several account types that cater to the preferences of various traders, starting with the retail account. Forex spreads start from 1 pip, and the maximum leverage is capped at 1:30 (CySEC, FCA, etc.) or 1:400 (SFSA). The Professional account, on the other hand, allows trading with higher leverage, but […]
Trading Orders: Market, Limit, Stop-Loss and Take-Profit
Introduction to Trading Orders A trading order is an official instruction a trader sends to their broker or trading platform to open or close a position in a financial asset under specific conditions. This guide explains the main order types used in trading, including market orders, limit orders, stop orders, Stop Loss orders, and Take […]
Margin Calls and Stop-Out Levels
If you are interested in trading CFDs on forex or other instruments, it is necessary that you become familiar with the margin mechanics of leveraged trading. In this guide, we break down the different types of margin used in online trading, along with key concepts like margin calls and how stop-out levels work. Additionally, we […]
KYC Verification at Forex Brokers
Know Your Customer (KYC) is an obligatory due diligence process implemented by strictly regulated forex brokers, banks, and other financial institutions to confirm the identity, source of funds, legitimacy, and risk profiles of their clients. It includes verifying your identity and residence, confirming that your payment methods are in your name, and, in some cases, […]
Forex Pairs Trading Guide
Currency pairs are at the core of online forex trading, with some of the top currency pairs generating billions and even trillions in trading volume on a daily basis. The EUR/USD, for example, achieved a daily turnover of $2.03 trillion in April 2025, according to the Bank for International Settlements. Each pair depicts the spread, […]
Trading with Leverage
Introduction to Leverage Trading Leverage trading allows traders to control a larger position in the market with a smaller amount of capital. It can increase both potential profits and losses, which is why understanding how leverage, margin, and risk management work is essential before trading. What This Guide Covers This guide is designed to take […]
Forex Spreads, Commissions and Costs
Introduction to Forex Trading Costs What This Guide Covers This BestBrokers guide provides a comprehensive breakdown of the different types of costs associated with forex trading. It covers direct trading costs, such as spreads, commissions, and overnight funding fees, as well as indirect expenses, resulting from slippage, requotes, and currency conversion. Additionally, we have included […]
Forex Trading Account Types
Introduction to Forex Account Types What This Guide Covers In this guide, BestBrokers focuses on the main account types offered by forex brokers and the practical differences between them. It covers common account options such as standard, micro, mini, cent, raw spread, ECN, STP, VIP, demo, retail, professional, swap-free, managed, and copy trading accounts. It […]