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A Closer Look At Some Of The Investment Myths In The Foreign Exchange Markets

By Greg Hall

A common misconception among many newcomers to the Forex market is that they think just because they have seen people making huge sums of money trading currency that they can accomplish the same results just as quick. A common misconception among many newcomers to the Forex market is that they think just because they have seen people making huge sums of money trading currency that they can accomplish the same results just as quick. Just like anything else there is a learning curve plus there is a lot of research and strategy that goes on behind the scenes to make a trade successful. I have written this article to help you avoid some of the more common investment myths so you will know what to realistically expect when you begin trading.

Just like any other market investing, you must be disciplined to be successful in foreign currency trading if you intend to be successful at it. Another key point that you must always keep in mind is that your investments are open to risk just because of the nature of trading. Forex trading can be very volatile and things change rapidly throughout the day so you have to constantly stay on top of what is happening to protect against loss. Forex trading is not a get rich quick scheme; it can be a get poor quick scheme if you aren't careful though.

All trading brings with it inherent risk. If it were totally risk free everyone would be doing it and everyone would be wealthy. Obviously this is not the case. If you intend to make a large profit then you will have to assume risks. The larger the potential windfall, the larger the risk is that you take. Do not enter the Forex market if you are not prepared to accept the risk of loss that comes along with it. With that said, there is a lot that you can do to minimize the risk. For starters, you should educate yourself on the systems and study the market before you invest. Another good strategy is to set up a demo account that works just like a real one, except you are not investing with real money. Once you get comfortable with it and you are picking way more winners than losers you can move into actual trading with real currency.

Another misunderstood investment technique is that of leveraging, which can be very good or very, very bad. Many people who don't have much money to invest will often get a credit line to trade with so they can increase the potential profits. However, it also comes with the greatest risk of loss. The problem is that people think this is something than can be done easily by anyone and that is simply not the case. Only those who have been trading in the market for a number of years best use this principle. All it takes is one bad pick and then not only have you lost money, you now owe money.

Forex trading is for discretionary funds, money that you don't need. If you are barely paying your bills you don't belong in the Forex market. It is a volatile and rapidly changing market that will eat you up if you don't know what you are doing. Take the time to learn the market before you jump in and make sure you get with a reputable company who is willing to teach you the ropes before you commit your resources.

Gregg Hall is an author living in Navarre Beach, Florida. Find more about this as well as foreign currency trading at www.FXTradingStrategies.com

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For the beginner, FX FOREX currency trading the popular currency pairs are Euro dollar and the US dollar (EUR/USD) or the British pound and the Japanese yen (GBP/JPY).
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Retail sales reports are the third economic factor that is often used in analyzing the Forex. This is the total receipt of all retail stores in any country. Usually, this measurement is not every single retail sale, but is a sample of diverse retail stores throughout the country. This is considered a very reliable and important economic indicator because of the consumer spending patterns that are expected throughout the year. This factor is usually more important that lagging indicators and gives a clearer picture of the state of the economy in any country.

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The fluctuating oil prices of the past year - 2005 - are a good example of what can happen when factors affect the price and supply of oil. Remember from basic economy courses that higher oil prices act to put the brakes on consumer spending. This will be true as long as the major source of oil for industrialized countries is petroleum based. The price of all goods produced hinges on the price of a barrel of oil. If the oil prices rise, so do production and supply prices for most consumer goods. In addition, the expenses of individual consumers rise as they pay more to fuel their automobiles and heat their homes. The net result is a downward swing in the economy of the country until it hits a rallying point that starts it back on an upward trend.

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GFT Daily Market Commentary

Sun, 06 Apr 2008 22:25:42 -0400
Forex Market Commentary for April 7, 2008 by Cornelius Luca

GFT Daily Market Commentary

The dollar ended generally lower on Friday after the non-farm payrolls came in weaker than expected. The dollar remains in a downtrend, but in the short term it should recover. There is no US data due for release today.

Euro/dollar

Euro/dollar climbed to a three-day high on Friday, as expected. My model remains short, and with the pair overbought, the next move should be down.

Immediate support is at 1.5625. Below it, euro/dollar has support at 1.5540. This is followed by 1.5340.

Initial resistance is at 1.5690. The next level is 1.5785.

Oscillators are mixed.

NEAR-TERM: Slightly bearish
MEDIUM-TERM: Mixed
LONG-TERM: Bullish

Dollar/yen

Dollar/yen finally declined on Friday after surging earlier last week, but rallied in the Far East on Monday. My model remains long. The key level is 102.30 from another 50-point pivot, which targets 101.80 and 102.80.

Immediate resistance is at 102.95. The next level is at 103.40 from a 50-point pivot, which targets 102.90 and 103.90.

Initial support is at 102.30 from another 50-point pivot, which targets 101.80 and 102.80. This is followed by 101.25 from a 50-point pivot which targets 100.75 and 101.75.

Oscillators are mixed.

NEAR-TERM: Bullish
MEDIUM-TERM: Mixed to slightly bullish
LONG-TERM: Bearish

Sterling/dollar

Sterling/dollar reversed early gains on Friday to close slightly lower. My model went short. I expect choppy to lower trading today.

Immediate support is seen at 1.9850. This is followed by 1.9800. Distant support is at 1.9740.

Initial resistance now comes at 1.9940. There is a pivot high at 2.0046. This is followed by 2.0190.

Oscillators are mixed.

NEAR-TERM: Bearish
MEDIUM-TERM: Mixed with upside bias
LONG-TERM: Mixed

Dollar/Swiss franc

Dollar/Swiss slipped on Friday and the medium-term outlook remains bearish. But the pair recovered in Asia and my model remains long.

Initial resistance now comes at 1.0180. This is followed by 1.0251. The next level is 1.0375.

Immediate support is now seen at 1.0060. The next support is at 0.9990. This is followed by 0.9875.

Oscillators are mixed.

NEAR-TERM: Mixed
MEDIUM-TERM: Mixed
LONG-TERM: Bearish

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