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Backtesting

Backtesting is the process of vetting a trading strategy by running it in different scenarios using historical market data. Currency traders use backtesting to see... Read more

Past Terms: Ichimoku Chart, Automated Currency Trading, Market Sentiment

S--t Forex Traders Say: Weird and Unusual Slang from Everyday Trading

Confused on whether or not you should be trading naked in the loonie with Mrs. Watanabes? Read this article to find out what the hell that even means. 
7 Tips for Successful Forex Trading

Find out what it takes to be successful at currency trading. 
Interview: Liviu Flesar of InnerFX

Liviu Flesar shares his experiences as a forex trader and the lessons he learned along the way. 
The Greatest Forex Trade: George Soros Makes a Billion Dollars in a Single Trade

George Soros is a legendary investor who still holds the title for the greatest currency trade ever. Find out how he did it. 
Forex Pros Weigh In: How Do You Cope with Trading Losses?

We asked traders, commentators and coaches how they cope with bad trades or losses. Here’s what they said. 
The Psychological Side of Trading: Cory Mitchell

Cory Mitchell, a proprietary trader, Chartered Market Technician and founder of VantagePointTrading.com, shares his thoughts on the psychology of forex trading and what it takes to be successful. 
Forex FAQs: What is Strong Yen?

The Bank of Japan hates it, but what is it? Find out. 
Fundamental Trading: The Major Currency Drivers

Learn about the overall forces that push currency values up and down. 
Forex FAQs: What Moves The Forex Market?

Ever wondered why currency values constantly change? Find out what is behind the ebb and flow of the forex market. 
Forex Trading Advice: Ed Ponsi

Ed Ponsi, managing director of Barchetta Capital Management LLC and a professional forex educator, shares his thoughts on what makes a professional trader and more. 
Top 10 Mistakes That First Time Forex Traders Make

We look at 10 common mistakes that sink many beginners before they even get started (and how you can avoid them). 
What Does It Take To Be A Professional Forex Trader?

Find out what you need to be considered a professional forex trader. 
Risk Management Basics For Forex Traders

Find out how currency traders can minimize their risks in the forex market. 
Forex FAQs: If the US dollar were to collapse or be significantly devalued, what investments would be a safe haven?

The demise of the U.S. dollar has been greatly exaggerated, but find out what could happen if it was on the verge. 
What Currencies Can You Trade in the Forex Market?

Most of the trading in forex involves less than a dozen currencies, but there are many, many more. 
A Forex Trader's Journey: An Interview With Ed Ponsi

This is the first part of an interview with Ed Ponsi, Managing Director of Barchetta Capital Management LLC and a NFA registered Commodity Trading Advisor. Ed talks about what attracted him to forex and how he trades today. 
What is the Difference Between a Forex Trading Plan and a Trading Strategy?

Trading plans and trading strategies are two very different concepts. Find out the role each plays in successful currency trading. 
From Stock Day Trader to Forex Swing Trader: Cory Mitchell

Cory Mitchell, a proprietary trader, Chartered Market Technician and founder of VantagePointTrading.com, talks about how he got into forex trading and what kind of trader he is today. 
Forex Basics: Starting Your Trading Plan

A trading plan is never finished, but it does need to be started. Find out what you should be asking yourself when you sit down to create your own. 
The Making of an Ichimoku Trader: An Interview with Bryan Wee

Bryan Wee, a Singapore-based trader and forex blogger, shares some of his experiences trading forex. 
Forex FAQs: How feasible would it be to reboot currency on a global scale?

Currency reboots all the time, you just don't notice it. 
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Regulatory risk refers to a potential negative impact on a trader's account or to forex trading in general due to a change in the laws and regulations governing... Read more 

Average True Range (ATR) is a technical indicator that provides traders with a gauge of market volatility. ATR measures the price movement of a currency pair in... Read more 

The U.S. dollar Singapore dollar (USD SGD) is a currency pairing whereby the U.S. dollar and the Singapore dollar can be traded against each other. The USD SGD can... Read more 

Abenomics refers to the economic policy introduced by Japanese Prime Minister, Shinzo Abe. Abenomics is made up of quantitative easing, stimulus and inflation... Read more 

A momentum trader is a forex trader who trades around events or technical set ups that he or she believes will result in greater volatility. A momentum trader can... Read more 
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