Spot Retail and Institutional FX
What is it, Who belongs to it, How does one participate?
Foreign Exchange (currency or forex or FX) market exists wherever one currency is traded for another. It is by far the largest financial market in the world, and includes trading between large banks, central banks, currency speculators, multinational corporations, governments, and other financial markets and institutions. The average daily trading of the the global forex markets currently exceeds 2-3 trillion. Retail traders (individuals) are a small fraction of this market and may only participate indirectly through brokers or banks.
Currencies are always traded in pairs, for example EUR/USD, USD/JPY. Every position requires the buying of one currency and selling of another:
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GBP = Great Britain Pound
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EUR = Euro
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CHF = Swiss Franc
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USD = United States Dollar
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CAD = Canadian Dollar
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JPY = Japanese Yen
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AUD = Australian Dollar
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NZD = New Zealand Dollar
For Example: EURUSD > Euro v US Dollar
Futures Commission Merchants or FCM's, are Liquidity Provider companies engaging in the transfer of currency to foreign banks, are in essence trading on the Forex market When an advisor recommends a currency hedge, they are insuring themselves against a negative event. This doesn't prevent a negative event from happening, but if it does happen and you're properly hedged, the impact of the event is reduced. So, hedging a commodity in its own market or across markets, occurs almost everywhere, and we see it everyday.
Here are our recognized Affiliate Partners:
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The Royal Division is part of IKON GLOBAL MARKETS, Inc. a member of the National Futures Association (NFA) and registered with the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) as a Forex Broker Member/Futures Commission Merchant. Best Features: Institutional Non-Fixed pricing for Retail. |
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FOREX.com is a division of GAIN Capital Group, a dedicated partner to professional FX traders and fund managers worldwide. Institutional services includeIB programs, white label solutions, and asset management. Best Features: Fractional Pip spreads. |
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CMC Markets provides tailored online trading solutions for banks, brokers and financial intermediaries worldwide. Best Features: CFD and Metals Trading |
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The Forex Market
Spot FX Trading
The forex market impacts every financial instrument (bond, equity, property, etc) and any investments accessible to foreign investors. Forex rates play a major role in financing government deficits, equity ownership in companies and real-estate. Foreign exchange trading involves the Buy and Sell of 2 separate currency pairs: the currency in your pocket is literally stock in your country, and like a share, its value fluctuates on the international market providing knowledgeable traders with substantial opportunities for profit or loss.
Commodity Trading Advisory
NFA Registered CTA/AP
We aid our clients in their trading activity and in their ultimate goals of interest:
- The workings of trading FOREX.
- Institutional Vs. Retail Currency Trading.
- Speculation and Hedging.
- Setting up an account with an Futures Commission Merchant (FCM).
- Money Management Vs. Self Trading.
- Consulting on general market inquiries.
- Automated Trading System analysis and design. .
MetaTrader Hosting
and Expert Advisor Hosting
We provide no-cost development and hosting for our clients MT and EA's.
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Trading Methods
Find your strategy.
Fundamentals or Technical's, or a healthy combination of both to corner possible trades.
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Choosing a Provider
There is more than one.
Choosing the dealer you do business with, depends greatly on your requirements.
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National Futures Association (NFA) is the industry wide, self-regulatory organization for the U.S. futures industry. We strive every day to develop rules, programs and services that safeguard market integrity, protect investors and help our Members meet their regulatory responsibilities.