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The difference between the bid and ask price, and the primary cost of entering a trade.
Learn the fundamentals of Forex and global financial markets, and discover how to build your first trading plan with confidence.
Every professional trader started from zero and faced the same questions and challenges you're encountering today.
The real difference wasn't experience or capital — it was taking the first step and learning the right way.
This guide is designed to help you understand the markets and build a strong foundation before you start trading.
Understanding the difference helps you choose the right approach for your financial goals.
These terms form the foundation of every successful trading decision.
The difference between the bid and ask price, and the primary cost of entering a trade.
Gives you the ability to trade larger sizes than your capital, but also increases potential risk.
A key risk management tool that automatically closes a trade at a set loss level.
A unit of trade size. Beginners are advised to start with small sizes.
A metric that helps you evaluate whether a trade is worth entering.
Focusing on one market initially helps you learn faster.
High liquidity and wide trading hours make it a suitable starting point for beginners.
Attracts strong trader interest, especially during periods of economic uncertainty.
Suitable for those interested in company analysis and financial results.
Offer significant opportunities but carry higher risk and require more experience.
Avoiding these mistakes can save you a great deal of losses and difficult experiences.
Can lead to large losses that are hard to recover.
Preserving capital is more important than making quick profits.
Entering random trades to recover a loss often leads to bigger losses.
Fear and greed are among the most common reasons for trading failure.
More trades doesn't mean more profits.
Don't risk funds allocated for essential expenses or obligations.
Use the right tools to plan trades and manage risk efficiently.
To determine the appropriate trade size based on your capital.
To estimate the level of risk before executing a trade.
To evaluate potential outcomes before entry.
To understand margin requirements for different trades.
To understand the impact of market movements on trading results.
Knowledge is the beginning — but real success comes from application, discipline, and continuous learning.