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What is Forex (foreign exchange)?

The global market for trading currencies against one another.

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Forex is the world's largest and most liquid market, trading around $7 trillion per day. It operates 24 hours a day across time zones and uses standardised currency pairs (EUR/USD, USD/JPY).

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Frequently asked questions

Should retail investors trade forex?

Statistically, most retail forex traders lose money. Leverage compounds mistakes quickly. Approach with caution and small size.

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