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Ask price is the asking price at which positions are opened when buying currencies (or other market instruments). Who sets the ask price on the market? The ask price is determined by the bidder (bank or dealer) that quotes the currency rate and offers to sell the base currency of a currency pair for the quoted currency. How can I find out the Ask price? In order to find out the Ask price in the MetaTrader 4 terminal, press the "Market Watch" button. This will open a window with the Ask price of all currency pairs in a separate column. Why is ask price necessary? Stock traders use the Ask price when purchasing the base currency from a counterparty....
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What is position locking? Locking a position is one of the basic concepts of capital management, which is a technique of insuring (hedging) an open position with the help of a deal of the same volume, but in the opposite direction. Sometimes this method is called a lock from the English Lock. Rarely is locking used for additional income. In simple words, locking is opening an opposite (in the opposite direction) position of the same volume as the main order. Locking is a money management method, which requires a lot of skills in its application. It is not available for all trading terminals, as it is actually an over-the-counter hedging method. Types of locking.
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The shadow of a Japanese candle is a graphical representation of the exchange trading activity for a fixed time, which reflects the candle. Types of stock candlestick shadows The shadow of a stock candlestick can be upper and lower. The highest point of a candlestick and shadow is called High and represents the highest price that was given for the asset during the formation of the candlestick. The lowest point, Low, represents the lowest price the asset reached during the selected time period. The difference between the High of a bullish candle and its closing price represents the upper shadow of a Japanese candle. The distance in pips between the Low of the bullish candle and its opening price is the lower shadow of the stock candle. For the inter-bullish candlestick all...
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MetaQuotes Language 5 (MQL5) is the latest generation of software environment for creating trading experts, indicators and scripts for working in the markets, developed by MetaQuotes Software Corp. The appearance of the new language is connected with the creation and release of the MetaTrader 5 trading platform that replaced the previous version of the MetaTrader 4 terminal. Like the MetaQuotes Language 4 (MQL4), MQL5 focuses on automating the trading process for the modern trader.
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What is a trading platform at ? A trading platform (terminal) is an exchange software product designed to work online in the financial markets. The trading platform allows traders to receive online data on the trades (current and historical quotes of the selected assets, the trading volume for the instruments, the possible buy and sell prices, etc.), to carry out technical analysis, to make transactions in real time, to work with trading orders and receive messages from the dealing center or a broker. What trading platforms are there? Modern trading terminals are divided into several groups: Standard terminals These are common trading platforms, the most common among which are MetaTrader 4 and MetaTrader 5 terminals. Alternative to MT4 and MT5 terminals are...
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MetaTrader 5 trading platform is a new generation of popular software for trading in financial markets, the next generation after MetaTrader 4, developed by MetaQuotes. In fact, the MT5 trading platform is a modified, more modern version of the currently popular trading terminal. However, the new MetaTrader 5 terminal has a number of significant differences, including: The ability to trade in several financial markets and exchanges at once, using one trading account. Wide variation of time periods - timeframes. Possibility to use market maker. The difference in the execution of trading orders for , which is close to the stock markets. Appearance of new types of orders Buy Stop Limit and Sell Stop Limit. New types of orders. Read more about MetaTrader terminal...
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What is investment? The essence of investment is the voluntary investment of one's own funds in order to generate income. Most often, free cash is used to invest capital, with the investor assuming the risk of loss if the object of investment proves unsuccessful. What types of investments are there? Investments are divided into two types - real and financial: Real investments are connected with real enterprises - purchase of equipment, construction of new premises, expansion of production. Financial investments are investments of money in various investment instruments with the purpose of receiving income. Financial investments are investments in various securities, bank deposits. To the financial investments also belong some tools of the market, for example, PAMM-accounts. What are the characteristics of investments? Investments are characterized by four...
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What is stagnation? Stagnation (derived from the Latin Stagnum - standing water) is a depressed state of the state's economy, resulting in stagnation and slowdown or complete standstill in industrial and agricultural production and trade. It usually precedes or accompanies a country's recession. Stagnation, in simple terms, is stagnation in the economy. How do you determine the onset of stagnation? The characteristic signs of stagnation are: Slowdown of economic growth The rate of production remains almost unchanged, which, against the background of the development of external economic systems, leads to a lag in development; Degradation of the employment and employment market Because of inflation and other natural economic processes, the economy can not maintain itself in an active state. Capital outflows arise, the condition of enterprises deteriorates,...
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The Consumer Price Index (CPI) is an index that measures the average price level of goods and services for a specific period. The home of the index is the U.S., where the CPI is used to calculate inflation. However, the index is used in many countries around the world, because it reflects well the standard of living of the population. As a rule, statistical services publish reports on the index monthly, comparing the index with the previous reporting period. Read more about the CPI index
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Day Trader is a stock speculator who prefers to make trades during one day, closing them at the end of day trading. The main task of day-trader is to gain profit from daily price fluctuations and not to leave positions for a longer period of time. Most often such market participant will prefer to work with several instruments at a time, maybe even on different exchanges. The profitability of each order will most likely be limited to 40-50 points. The main disadvantage of such a trading strategy is the need to constantly monitor the market in real-time mode, analyze trends and make quick decisions.
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What is hyperinflation? Hyperinflation is a sharp increase in prices and the amount of money in free circulation, which leads to a depreciation of the national currency. As opposed to standard inflation, the increase in the amount of cash in circulation can reach multiple amounts. According to some sources a 10-fold increase is enough to state hyperinflation, according to others there must be a 50% increase per month. The consequences of hyperinflation are an economic recession, an increase in demand for real goods such as real estate, gold bullion and the like. It becomes almost impossible to manage the situation in this case. When does inflation turn into hyperinflation? From the point of view of experts in the field of economics, an increase in the price level can be called hyperinflation, if...
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The European Union (EU, EU) is an association of European states that was created to simplify trade and other relations, as well as to create a strong European currency based on the experience of all countries. The Union was established in 1993 on the basis of the Maastricht Treaty. The European Union is made up of 27 European countries, including Belgium, Italy, Luxembourg, the Netherlands, Germany, France, Denmark, Ireland, Great Britain, Greece, Spain, Portugal, Austria, Finland, Sweden, Poland, Czech Republic, Hungary, Slovakia, Lithuania, Latvia, Estonia, Slovenia, Cyprus and Malta. The official languages of the EU are the national languages of the member states. The European Union guarantees the member states security, economic and social progress. At the same time, it has the characteristics of a state or an international organization, although in fact...
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What is a reserve currency? A reserve currency is a key, stable, universally recognized world currency used by central banks of states to accumulate a reserve of money and for the purpose of international settlements. The general ratio of currencies used in reserves is determined by each state independently. What currencies are considered as reserves? Currently, the world's reserve currencies include: U.S. Dollar; Euro; Pound Sterling; Japanese Yen; and Swiss Franc. In addition, reserve currencies include IMF Special Drawing Rights (SDRs). The SDR basket currently consists of 41.9% of the U.S. dollar, 37.4% of the euro, 11.3% of the pound and 9.4% of the Japanese yen. As of October 1, 2016...
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What are ordinary shares? Ordinary shares are securities that allow you to participate in the organizational management of the issuing company by voting at the general meeting of shareholders, but do not give you the right to receive a fixed amount of dividends. What types of ordinary shares are there? The following types of stock are distinguished by type: Blue chips or first-tier stocks These are stocks of the best-known and largest issuers, the companies with the largest capitalizations. These stocks tend to grow over the long term. An important distinguishing feature of blue chips is their high liquidity, i.e. the ability to buy or sell shares as quickly as possible. Liquidity is closely related to the amount of free-float.Usually, the greater the free-float, the higher...
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What is Price Pivot Zone? Price Pivot Zone (PPZ) is a concept of the Price Action technical analysis methodology for market movements, which is defined as a chart zone where a support level becomes a resistance level and vice versa. In simple words, a PPZ is just a horizontal line, which in the past served as support and now, say, as resistance, and in the future it can be both. How do I identify the Price Pivot Zone line? Usually PPZ is a line on the chart that corresponds to a specific price. This chart behavior is considered an anomaly, but it happens quite often. Price pivots live on any timeframe, from annual to M1. The older the TF and...
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What is MQL4? MetaQuotes Language 4 (MQL4) is a programming language for trading strategies for exchange and over-the-counter (Forex) platforms, developed by MetaQuotes Software Corp. Why do I need MQL4? The main developments in MQL4 are the Expert Advisors that allow you to automate the management of trading processes and are used to create your own mechanical trading strategies. The language also allows you to program technical indicators for stock trading, scripts and function libraries. MetaQuotes Language 4 contains functions for the analysis of current and previous quotes, for working with indicators, functions for managing trade positions, etc. What programs can be written in MQL4?
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A demo account is a training or game account, which is provided free of charge to clients of brokerage companies and dealing centers. In this case, all trading conditions on demo and real accounts are often identical, except for money, which are virtual when opening a demo account. The purpose of using a demo account for a new trader is to gain necessary skills in using the trading terminal and general issues related to trading - the functioning of exchanges, traffic direction, opening and supporting transactions, trying your skills, finding a trading strategy, etc. Professional traders most often use a demo account to get acquainted with the conditions offered by a broker or a brokerage house or to adjust their trading tactics....
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What is the WTO? The World Trade Organization (WTO) - An organization created in 1995 to regulate international trade and the trade and political relations of its member states. The WTO began its operations as the successor to the General Agreement on Tariffs and Trade (GATT), which was concluded in 1947. The World Trade Organization WTO is a community of countries that recognize its Constitution and adhere to the basic agreements governing foreign trade. At present, the WTO is not a UN body and has mechanisms for resolving trade issues between member states. The WTO is headquartered in Geneva, Switzerland. The organization includes both developed and developing countries from all...
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What is devaluation? Devaluation (devaluation, derived from the Latin de - decrease and valeo - to cost, to have value) is a decrease in the rate of a country's national currency in relation to generally accepted reserve and stable currencies, as well as to the world monetary standard, a decrease in the real gold content. Who declares devaluation? Devaluation is a tool of the Central Bank of the state to manage the exchange rate of the national currency, which is conditioned by economic policy. Why declare a devaluation? Reasons for declaring a devaluation may include: Balance of payments deficit High rates of inflation As part of the decision to devalue, the central bank of the state may apply the following measures: to declare its refusal to support the exchange rate of the national currency; to officially lower the national currency rate; to announce the...
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The United States Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is a securities and exchange commission established in 1934 in the United States to restore investors' confidence in the stock market during the Great Depression. Today, the SEC is the main body for overseeing and regulating the U.S. securities market. Powers, given to the commission by the U.S. Congress allows it to take action against companies and individuals involved in financial fraud and other securities-related violations. Large companies submit quarterly and annual, and sometimes more frequently, reports to the SEC, which must provide information on all securities transactions made...
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