Monthly Archives: July 2023

Imagine you have $1,000 and want to invest in the foreign exchange market, commonly known as Forex. Traditionally, your $1,000 would only allow you to control a small trade size. However, with margin trading, you can now control a much larger position, say $100,000, with just a fraction of your own money. This means thatContinue Reading

Imagine this scenario: The stock market is experiencing wild fluctuations, cryptocurrencies are in a rollercoaster ride of ups and downs, and investors are feeling a sense of unease.  However, in the midst of this turbulence, bondholders remain unfazed, enjoying the steady and predictable returns from their bond investments.  Just like a lighthouse guiding ships toContinue Reading

This week’s economic calendar features key events that will have a considerable impact on the markets. Major events include the US jobs reports, the Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) rate statement, and the Bank of England (BOE) rate statement. Traders are advised to carefully prepare for potential market volatility triggered by these announcements and adaptContinue Reading

The Dow Jones Industrial Average’s extraordinary winning streak of 13 consecutive gains came to a halt as investors opted to take profits, leading to a 0.67% decline, with the index closing at 35,282.72 points. The historic run, dating back to 1897, would have tied the record if it had gained for a 14th day. TheContinue Reading

In a remarkable show of strength, the Dow Jones Industrial Average experienced its best winning streak since 1987, advancing for 13 consecutive days. The 30-stock index added 82.05 points, or 0.23%, reaching 35,520.12, and is now on the cusp of matching the longest streak ever recorded dating back to June 1897. The market’s optimism wasContinue Reading

The Dow Jones Industrial Average achieved its longest winning streak in over six years as it closed higher on Tuesday. The index rose by 0.08%, or 26.83 points, reaching 35,438.07. This marked the 12th consecutive positive session for the 30-stock index, the longest rally since February 2017. Meanwhile, the S&P 500 climbed 0.28%, and theContinue Reading

The Dow Jones Industrial Average continued its impressive winning streak, marking the longest rally since February 2017, with an 11th consecutive day of gains. The 30-stock Dow rose 0.52%, reaching 35,411.24 points, supported by a 0.40% rise in the S&P 500 and a 0.19% gain in the Nasdaq Composite. Energy stocks led the upward trend,Continue Reading

Let’s say you are a Forex trader who is interested in trading the EUR/USD currency pair. You know that the European Central Bank (ECB) is scheduled to announce its interest rate decision tomorrow. The ECB’s interest rate decision is a major event that can have a significant impact on the value of the euro.  UsingContinue Reading

Transport yourself back to the remarkable year of 1896, a time characterised by industrial revolution and transformative economic changes. Amid the bustling streets of New York City, the brilliant mind of Charles Dow sparked an idea that would send ripples through the financial world.  With a mere selection of 12 carefully chosen companies, he craftedContinue Reading

This week’s economic calendar includes important events that can significantly impact the markets: the FOMC Meeting Minutes, as well as the ECB and BOJ Rate Decisions. Traders should be well-prepared for potential market volatility resulting from these announcements and be ready to adjust their strategies accordingly. Keep an eye on the following economic releases: German,Continue Reading