FXCM Research Team

The rise of the digital marketplace has placed an added emphasis on technical proficiency. Now, shares, CFDs, futures and forex traders are well-advised to be equipped to navigate an increasingly dynamic landscape. Due to advances in information systems technologies, skills such as being able to use a software trading platform and troubleshoot internet connectivity issues in real-time are necessities. Additionally, being able to test trade ideas for application to the…

Since the launch of Bitcoin (BTC) in 2009, the concept of digital currency has grown by leaps and bounds. In fact, the entire blockchain ecosystem has evolved from science fiction into being part of the financial mainstream. From collectibles like non-fungible tokens (NFTs) to the fledgling world of decentralised finance (DeFi), the blockchain and cryptocurrencies appear here to stay. While the functionalities and applications of the blockchain are robust, valuing…

The rise of blockchain technology is already changing the world, but it wouldn't be possible without a few crucial innovations that came first. One of these is the invention of a smart contract, a type of automated program that has revolutionized the world of decentralised finance (DeFi). While they may sound complicated at first, smart contracts are a simple but effective tool used by most blockchain platforms today. Smart Contract…

Within the realm of active currency trading, there are numerous strategies. Each has a collection of necessary inputs, defined rules and objectives. From forex day trading to long-term investment, there's a style for everyone. For those with a limited risk tolerance, a scalping strategy may be a viable means by which to profit. Legions of forex traders choose the scalping trading strategy as their primary means of conducting business. But…

Bitcoin shows signs of accumulation.

Gold completes swing low. Averages looking to confirm.

There are tens of thousands of cryptocurrency projects in existence, although most struggle to get enough attention from the non-crypto community. One blockchain project that's trying to make crypto mining as easy as possible, especially for non-crypto veterans, is the Pi Network. Despite being newer to the crypto scene, the Pi Network has attracted a noticeable fanbase since its founding in 2019. However, that hasn't stopped it from attracting its…

The rise of decentralised finance (DeFi) has changed the way we buy and sell cryptocurrencies. One of the essential ways in which any DeFi protocol operates is by using what's known as an automated market maker (AMM). Although many investors may not be familiar with AMMs, they play an integral role in ensuring liquidity on a decentralised exchange. Let's go over exactly what an AMM is, how it works, and…

More people than ever are participating in the world of decentralised finance (DeFi). In contrast to traditional finance, even every day investors can play a big role in developing the blockchain-powered world of DeFi. One way that they can support the DeFi world is by providing liquidity to decentralised exchanges (DEX). Unlike centralised financial institutions like banks, which can create liquidity rather easily, DeFi protocols don't have a convenient third…

Russia's invasion of Ukraine has heightened the concern of stagflation. The price of oil, wheat and corn have risen significantly due to the supply shocks caused by the conflict. In this environment, central banks must navigate tighter monetary policy, with the Fed announcement on Wednesday. Markets will focus on Fed Chair Powell's press conference and the dot plots to gauge possibilities in this regard.

Over the past decade, a revolution in investing has taken place. Instead of relying on conventional fundamentals and technicals, market participants have gravitated toward green investing strategies. What exactly is green investing? It is a method of investment management that values business practices that have a positive impact on the physical and social environment. Green investing is often combined into a discipline known as ESG investing. When adhering to ESG,…