Not everyone invests in the financial markets, but our lives and well-being are often influenced by what happens in them, especially regarding currencies. Maybe not always directly, but still. For example, when a currency depreciates, imported goods become more expensive, increasing overall inflation. This, in turn, can lead to a reduction in real wages as

As the US elections draw near, the financial markets are bracing for potential volatility, presenting both opportunities and challenges for traders. To help navigate this crucial period, Tickmill, a multi-asset broker that prides itself on being founded by traders for traders, has launched the US Elections – Traders Hub, a comprehensive resource tailored to meet

TradeLocker is the next-gen trading platform built by listening to the needs of traders, brokers, and prop firms that refuse to trade in the past. It emerged as a response to the lack of innovation in the trading industry. Mainstream trading platforms failed to engage directly with their user base and lacked an intuitive interface

· Why have Gold prices risen to record highs? · Federal Reserve rate cut expectations · Safe haven demand amid geopolitical uncertainty · Central bank buying · Trading Gold with PXBT Gold prices have been on a tear this year, rising for seven straight months. The precious metal trades 21% higher year to date, reaching

RoboMarkets group is announcing strategic changes to its European business model, which are planned to be implemented by the end of 2024. In a press release, the group stated: “Given the conditions of the European market, we have decided to focus our European operations and expertise on serving primarily stock investors and traders.” As part

Most companies have reported their earnings for the past quarter; overall, things look pretty solid. Despite a few big tech disappointments, market sentiment has stayed upbeat—things keep climbing. There’s strong optimism and ongoing demand for riskier assets, and any dips in the market are quickly bought up. When fear does hit, it’s more about shifting

Investment mistakes are always expensive, which is why it’s best to learn from the experiences of others. With that in mind, here are the top ten tips that most investors really wish they had heard (and believed) sooner. 1. Start Early The power of compounding means that the sooner you start investing, the more time

Trader funding emerges as the next big thing in online trading. Still in its infancy, prop trading has gained more traction within the trading community, with market players contending for traders’ preference. One such prop firm is Ultimate Traders. Entering the prop trading space in 2023, the company has already established a strong foothold in

In the challenging world of online Forex trading, understanding the concept of spreads is fundamental. Spreads are a core component of trading because they can significantly impact the potential returns on trades. Once clarity is gained, traders can better manage their strategies and trading costs. Global leader in online trading T4Trade offers a diverse range

The Forex market – also known as foreign exchange – is the largest and most liquid market in the world, with trillions of US dollars being traded on a daily basis. Underpinned by currency interest rate fluctuations, it is also arguably more volatile than the stock market, given the multitude of economic and socio-political factors

For investors, the ultimate dream is to discover a unicorn company before it takes off and generates huge profits. History is full of such success stories, most recently in the technology sector. Recent examples in the semiconductor sector include Nvidia, AMD, ASML, and TSMC. Driven by growing demand for chips and advances in AI technology,

· Kuady expands its digital wallet services to Argentina, offering secure and efficient digital payment solutions · Following successful launches in Peru and Chile, Kuady continues its Latin American expansion, with further regional and global growth planned Open Payment Technologies Ltd, a payments service processor, has today announced the expansion of its digital wallet services,

Via UBS come some interesting points with the S&P 500 only around 1% from a record high. The note looks at the S&P 500 total returns (i.e. price gain plus dividends) from 1945, and points out the drawdown % risks from buying at random starting points: in 28% of cases an investor buying at a

is excited to announce the launch of the Pro Trader Altitude Club in Australia, a premium trading membership designed to offer unparalleled access to exclusive financial tools and trading conditions plus the opulence and thrill of VIP networking experiences in a private setting, at top sporting events around the country. Exclusive Access and Expert Insights

Multi-asset Forex and CFD broker, FP Markets, further cemented its position as one of the industry’s global leaders, claiming two prestigious awards at the Finance Magnates Pacific Summit (fmps:24). The company won ‘Best Forex Spreads APAC’ and ‘Best Trading Experience APAC’ at the closing event of the two-day summit which was held on Thursday 29

Amega’s reputation as a reliable brokerage firm has been meticulously built on three simple principles: unwavering dedication, complete transparency, and unrelenting innovation. These ideals have been imprinted in the company’s DNA since day one, becoming not only the inspiration but also the driving force behind Amega’s meteoric rise from a small startup to one of

Most retail traders believe that the win rate is the most important metric in trading and it’s usually the first thing they look at when searching for a strategy. That has to do with human psychology as we don’t like pain and losses, so we try to avoid that as much as possible. Unfortunately, in

HFM, a global online trading company and brand name of HF Markets Group along with HF Markets, continues to support traders worldwide by expanding its educational offerings. Through in-person seminars in key cities and online webinar series, HFM aims to deliver the latest trading knowledge and market strategies to both emerging and established markets. “We

Every day, it feels like we are sinking deeper into an Orwellian dystopia. Even progressive democracies are starting to impose more and more restrictions, especially on what can be said or written. Ten years ago, the news that someone would be jailed for a comment would have been bizarre. This is an unfortunate reality today,

As we progress through 2024, the commodities market is emerging as a key area of interest for investors seeking to diversify their portfolios and hedge against inflation. With insights from Kar Yong Ang, a financial analyst at Octa broker, we explore the most promising commodities of the year, including gold, oil, lithium, and others, and

The final countdown to iFX EXPO Asia 2024 is officially in full swing as one of the world’s leading B2B online trading and fintech events is just around the corner, ahead of its return to Thailand. Excitement is already building as the expo, now in its third year in Bangkok, prepares to welcome more than

The week is just getting started, but it’s already packed with major events, like the recent escalation in the Middle East after Israel attacked southern Lebanon, keeping markets on edge. While geopolitical events often shake up commodity markets, affecting oil and gold prices, macroeconomic trends have a wider influence, impacting everything from stocks and bonds

Following the record growth it saw in 2023 with the full redesign of its enterprise-grade platform for brokers, fintech industry leader iTech Software introduces a new and even more powerful iteration of its infrastructure. The upgraded platform features a multitude of tools and capabilities that further empower brokers to deliver the best experience for their

The world’s first trading platform to provide instant funding to its users, Ufunded.com, has made another pivotal move in their disruptive journey by natively integrating TradingView into their platform. Ufunded.com is committed to product-led-growth and is fully in alignment with TradingView’s mission of empowering traders, which has led them to a user base of over

When beginners approach stocks they either look for technical analysis or for financial analysis like earnings, cash flow, P/E ratio, balance sheet and so on. That’s not what moves the stocks. If you want to have conviction in your ideas, you need to know what moves your stocks and position for that change. In the

Following the overwhelming number of nominations for both Brokers (B2C) and Fintechs (B2B) categories of the UF AWARDS APAC 2024, the Voting Round is now open. Calling the entire industry to cast their vote for their favourite brokerage or fintech brand or one they deem to be the most deserving, this is the final and

You’ve been educating traders for over a decade. What is the most prevalent misconception or recurring mistake you’ve seen by traders? The most prevalent misconception we’ve observed at FX Evolution is the belief that trading success hinges solely on finding the “perfect” strategy. While having a solid strategy is essential, many traders overlook the importance

In times of economic uncertainty and market volatility, investors often find themselves immersed in treacherous waters. For some traders, this brings opportunity, and others peril. Join renowned trading experts, educators, and traders from around the world who will be exploring this trend at the upcoming Finance Magnates Pacific Summit (FMPS). After months of anticipation, FMPS

The commodities market remains an exciting space to monitor in August. Commodities play a pivotal role in the financial markets, an asset class employed to add diversification to a portfolio, acts as an inflation hedge, and is used for speculation and investment purposes. From gold clocking record highs to oil and copper prices navigating lower

There are many markets available for traders, each serving different purposes. Stock markets are for investing in companies, crypto markets are for investing in blockchain projects, and so on. But the biggest market among them is forex. Why is the FX market the biggest? In this article, the team of analysts from FTD Limited, the