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AUD/USD slammed, JPY thrives amid Wall Street selloff, BOJ expectations
The build-up of hawkish expectations of the BOJ alongside the Wall Street slide certainly made its mark on AUD/JPY which fell to an 11-week low, stopping just shy of the 101 handle. AUD/USD bears made light work of the 200-day MA.
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How geopolitical risk impacts forex trading
Learn how to prepare your forex trading strategies in the face of market-moving geopolitical news and international economic impacts.
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Interest rate risk: what is it and how can you mitigate its impact?
Interest rate risk tells bond traders how much their portfolio will diminish when a central bank hikes its rates. Learn how to manage interest rate risk with diversification and hedging strategies.
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A guide to market risk
Before you start trading, it’s important to understand the potential risks involved. Let’s take a look at the different types of market risks.
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Sharpe ratio: definition and how to calculate it
The Sharpe ratio is a simple method to compare the risk and reward of different portfolios. Learn the formula with only three figures.
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Paper trading: advantages and how to
Paper trading began as a way to practise trading before the existence of digital trading platforms. Today, paper trades refer to using demo accounts or other trading simulators to practice trading live markets without risks.
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Your complete guide to stop-loss orders
Stop-loss orders are a crucial tool for managing risk as you trade. Learn all about stops here – including what guaranteed and trailing stops are, and where to place your exit orders.
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How to create a forex trading journal
Trading journals are crucial for implementing your trading strategies effectively. Learn how to start one and what you should be tracking with it in this guide.
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Things go from bad to worse for risk
There’s no respite as investors continue dumping stocks and other risk assets