Category Archives: Beginners

A Thrilling Journey through Bull and Bear Markets

Written on January 5, 2024 at 12:52 pm, by

Embarking on the exhilarating journey of Forex trading is like riding a rollercoaster, with its ups and downs, twists, and turns. Just like a rollercoaster ride, the financial markets can be thrilling, and sometimes, unpredictable.  In the last Bull market, spanning from March 2009 to February 2020, the S&P 500 surged an astonishing 339%, transformingContinue Reading

Decoding the forex dilemma: Manual trading vs. algorithmic trading 

Written on December 15, 2023 at 7:56 am, by

Manual trading vs. algorithmic trading  In the fast-paced world of Forex trading, where fortunes can be made or lost in the blink of an eye, the importance of selecting the right trading approach cannot be overstated.  Today, over 70% of traders rely on algorithmic trading methods, as revealed by the research report “Predictive Assessment ofContinue Reading

Surviving margin calls: A trader’s guide 

Written on November 28, 2023 at 10:44 am, by

Margin trading can be a double-edged sword, offering the potential for significant gains but also carrying substantial risks. In the realm of Forex trading, this dynamic becomes even more pronounced.  Traders, regardless of their experience level, must understand the intricacies of margin calls in this context. This article is dedicated to demystifying margin calls inContinue Reading

Demystifying Japanese Candlesticks: A Beginner’s Guide 

Written on October 18, 2023 at 9:46 am, by

The story of Japanese candlesticks unfolds in 18th century Japan, a time when rice trading was a pivotal economic activity. Merchants and traders required a reliable method to analyse and predict price movements of rice, a commodity of immense importance. This necessity led to the development of what we now know as Japanese candlesticks.  JapaneseContinue Reading

Chart Indicators: Data-driven forex trading 

Written on October 9, 2023 at 6:07 am, by

In the not-so-distant past, Forex trading was primarily driven by intuition, market experience, and fundamental analysis. However, the introduction of Forex chart indicators revolutionised the landscape, providing traders with a powerful analytical tool that transformed decision-making.  Forex chart indicators brought a scientific approach to trading, enabling traders to objectively analyse historical price data and predictContinue Reading

Unlocking forex chart secrets: Your trading education, part 2

Written on September 12, 2023 at 8:28 am, by

Read Part 1 of this article to learn about the purpose of charts in Forex trading, different chart types, and how to use line charts. Bar Charts (OHLC)  OHLC stands for Open, High, Low, and Close. Bar charts are a widely used type of Forex chart that display these four key price points for eachContinue Reading

Exploring forex chart types: A trader’s perspective, part 1

Written on September 7, 2023 at 1:31 pm, by

Picture this: you’re standing on the bustling floor of a stock exchange, surrounded by traders frantically waving their arms, shouting buy and sell orders. The numbers on the screens are changing rapidly, and the stakes are high.  In the world of Forex trading, you may not be physically present on a trading floor, but youContinue Reading

Golden Cross, Death Cross: How to use simple moving averages in forex trading 

Written on September 4, 2023 at 6:38 am, by

Imagine you’re planning a road trip across the country. To make the journey smoother and safer, you rely on your GPS. This trusty device provides you with a simple yet powerful tool – the estimated time of arrival (ETA).  Now, think of Forex trading as a similar journey filled with twists and turns, where yourContinue Reading

The emotional edge in forex trading: Sentiment analysis strategies

Written on September 4, 2023 at 6:00 am, by

Imagine standing amidst a sea of people at a grand concert. The electrifying music pulses through the air, and you can feel the excitement building with every beat.  As the artist hits a high note, the crowd erupts in cheers, and an aura of euphoria envelops the arena. Now, think about what happens if theContinue Reading

Unveiling the power of technical analysis: A forex trader’s strategic edge

Written on August 8, 2023 at 12:36 pm, by

In ancient Japan, there was a brilliant rice trader named Munehisa Homma. He had a unique talent for predicting future price movements in the rice markets. How did he do it? Well, he closely observed market prices and studied the emotions of fear and greed among traders. This keen observation led him to create somethingContinue Reading