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18 Sep 2020

Forex Leverage and Margin Defined

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Leverage is vitally important, yet it remains a misunderstood concept for many traders. The leverage ratio essentially governs the margin required in an account to trade. 1:100 leverage means for every 100 USD traded, 1 USD margin is required (or 1%). 1:200 leverage, therefore, means for every 200 USD traded, 1 USD margin is required … Continue reading Forex Leverage and Margin Defined

13 Mar 2020

What Are Lots in the Forex Market?

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Newer traders often enter trading with exaggerated dreams, void of accurate education. To trade the forex market successfully, understanding the dynamics behind how trades are measured is a necessity. Currency Pairs A base currency is the primary currency in a currency pair quotation – the euro in EUR/USD, for example. The quote currency, or counter … Continue reading What Are Lots in the Forex Market?