Let’s Talk Forex with Alison and Chris

Market Sentiment: When following the crowd can backfire

This week Alison and Chris talk about market sentiment and why it can be a confusing indicator for many beginners. So, if you find yourself trading against market sentiment, don't panic! You're probably right... But listen in to find out why and how you can use sentiment analysis as part of a successful trading strategy.
Links:
IG Client Sentiment Report: https://www.dailyfx.com/sentiment-reportCOT Report:https://www.cftc.gov/MarketReports/CommitmentsofTraders/index.htmLong term trading strategy with the COT Report: https://fxscouts.com/forex-education/long-term-trading-strategy-with-the-cot-report/
DISCLAIMER:
75-90% of retail traders lose money trading Forex and CFDs. You should consider whether you understand how CFDs and leveraged trading work and if you can afford the high risk of losing your money. Any information discussed here is solely for educational and informational purposes and should not be considered tax, legal or investment advice.

XTB or Pepperstone: Which broker is right for you?

This week, Alison and Chris take a close look at XTB and Pepperstone, two of our highest-rated brokers, and ask which one would work best for you. Both are well-regulated with low trading costs - but once you start digging, it’s obvious that they are suited to different types of traders. Listen in and learn why we rate them so highly and which one you might want to consider if you’re thinking of switching broker.
Links as promised in this episode:
Pepperstone Review: https://fxscouts.com/broker/pepperstone/XTB Review: https://fxscouts.com/broker/xtb/Trading Angel on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Trading_Angel
Previous episode with Chris Weston from Pepperstone: https://open.spotify.com/episode/0K6eQp8wmidtDHhf3CQ3sh?si=6765abee5d654445
FxScouts Annual Broker Awards: https://fxscouts.com/forex-awards/
 
DISCLAIMER:
75-90% of retail traders lose money trading Forex and CFDs. You should consider whether you understand how CFDs and leveraged trading work and if you can afford the high risk of losing your money. Any information discussed here is solely for educational and informational purposes and should not be considered tax, legal or investment advice.

Trading Forex on your phone? The dangers of mobile trading

This week Alison and Chris discuss mobile trading apps and whether mobile trading should be part of your trading plan. Mobile trading is everywhere these days, and there are some real benefits to trading apps. But does that mean it should be your primary trading tool? Listen in to learn about the pitfalls of trading on your phone and how to use your trading app effectively.
 
DISCLAIMER:
75-90% of retail traders lose money trading Forex and CFDs. You should consider whether you understand how CFDs and leveraged trading work and if you can afford the high risk of losing your money. Any information discussed here is solely for educational and informational purposes and should not be considered tax, legal or investment advice.

TradingView: The best trading platform around, but is it worth the cost?

This week Alison and Chris take a closer look at TradingView. What started out as a charting application with social elements has evolved into a fully-fledged trading platform. It’s modern, easy to use and packed full of useful features - but the free version is very limited, so we also discuss whether the premium versions are worth the cost.
The best brokers with TradingView integration: https://fxscouts.com/forex-brokers/tradingview/
DISCLAIMER:
75-90% of retail traders lose money trading Forex and CFDs. You should consider whether you understand how CFDs and leveraged trading work and if you can afford the high risk of losing your money. Any information discussed here is solely for educational and informational purposes and should not be considered tax, legal or investment advice.

The best technical indicators for short term Forex trading

Technical indicators can seem a bit overwhelming at first, so this week Alison and Chris take a closer look at the most popular technical indicators used in short-term Forex trading and discuss how to use them effectively. Also discussed are how to know when to use the right indicator, and how to avoid the common mistakes traders make when using them.
Links:
How to use the 200 day Moving Average: https://youtu.be/r-zo-3sRr64What are Moving Averages: https://youtu.be/DOtRb7CQ8msWhat is the Relative Strength Index (RSI): https://youtu.be/6f2nkM_s2i4Average True Range: Measure volatility and minimise risk: https://open.spotify.com/episode/76ojbdBS96CmjC3AvV9TpB
DISCLAIMER:
75-90% of retail traders lose money trading Forex and CFDs. You should consider whether you understand how CFDs and leveraged trading work and if you can afford the high risk of losing your money. Any information discussed here is solely for educational and informational purposes and should not be considered tax, legal or investment advice.

Trading Forex or Stock CFDs - What's the difference?

This week Alison and Chris discuss the difference between trading Forex and trading stock CFDs. While there are some superficial similarities, if you dig a little deeper you find differences in trading hours, leverage, analysis, costs and the risks involved. All this and more is discussed with recommendations for which form of trading might suit you best.
 
DISCLAIMER:
75-90% of retail traders lose money trading Forex and CFDs. You should consider whether you understand how CFDs and leveraged trading work and if you can afford the high risk of losing your money. Any information discussed here is solely for educational and informational purposes and should not be considered tax, legal or investment advice.

5-3-1: A Trading Strategy for Beginners

The Forex market is the most active financial market, trading over 7.5 trillion USD per day. Given the level of activity and volatility in this market, a well-planned trading strategy is required to make the most of these opportunities. However, building such a strategy can be challenging for beginners.
The 5-3-1 forex trading technique simplifies that. It helps traders develop a clear trading plan for the forex market. Unlike other techniques that focus on trading mechanisms, chart patterns, and indicators, the 5-3-1 technique allows traders to narrow down the Forex pairs they would like to trade, the trading strategies they want to use, and choose a time of the day to trade.
In this episode, Alison and Chris outline how to define which currency pairs you should choose, how to choose trading strategies that suit your risk appetite and trading style, and how to figure out which time of the day will create the best trading opportunities.
Links as promised in this episode:
https://youtu.be/ZLWvIA-4-O4
https://youtu.be/040sujxN7IE
https://open.spotify.com/episode/4T895k6O7bV3cNVFRjTSDV?si=245bbcab0f774f1f
 
DISCLAIMER:
75-90% of retail traders lose money trading Forex and CFDs. You should consider whether you understand how CFDs and leveraged trading work and if you can afford the high risk of losing your money. Any information discussed here is solely for educational and informational purposes and should not be considered tax, legal or investment advice.

Is it possible to trade too cautiously?

Forex trading is a high-risk venture and good risk management is the key to success, but could an over-cautious approach lead to larger losses or prevent you from progressing in your trading? In this episode, Alison and Chris discuss scenarios where traders hold back, only to realise larger losses in the long run, causing untold frustration and damaging their trading psyche. They also discuss ways to manage your trades effectively while risking enough to make them worthwhile.
Links to educational YouTube videos as promised in this episode :-)
https://youtu.be/ZLWvIA-4-O4
https://youtu.be/qH5HAUlqSwI
DISCLAIMER:
75-90% of retail traders lose money trading Forex and CFDs. You should consider whether you understand how CFDs and leveraged trading work and if you can afford the high risk of losing your money. Any information discussed here is solely for educational and informational purposes and should not be considered tax, legal or investment advice.

Women in Forex: Exploring the gender gap in trading

In most other areas, the gender gap between men and women is closing, but in the finance sector, the disparity is the largest. Recent data shows that only 16% of new Forex trading clients are women. In this episode, Chris and Alison delve into the reasons behind these surprising statistics and provide some tips for how women can successfully enter the Forex trading space.
Women in Trading:
Caroline Rundell: Trading Angel - on Tik Tok
Emily: Mindfully Trading - https://www.youtube.com/@MindfullyTrading
Annika Masrani: Finpact https://www.youtube.com/c/Finpact
And check out our YouTube channel: youtube.com/@fxscouts and our education pages: https://fxscouts.com/forex-education/
 
DISCLAIMER:
75-90% of retail traders lose money trading Forex and CFDs. You should consider whether you understand how CFDs and leveraged trading work and if you can afford the high risk of losing your money. Any information discussed here is solely for educational and informational purposes and should not be considered tax, legal or investment advice.

Scandal! 2023 in Forex Fraud - Season Finale

In the final episode of 2023, Alison and Chris look back at some of the year's biggest Forex trading scandals. From hedge fund bosses trying to manipulate the South African Rand, to prop trading firms fleecing their own traders - there's always someone willing to cheat in order to make more money. We'll be back in the second week of January, so wishing you call a wonderful festive period.
To avoid being scammed or to learn what to do if you think you have been scammed, please read mroe here: https://fxscouts.com/report-a-scam-broker/ 
 
DISCLAIMER:
75-90% of retail traders lose money trading Forex and CFDs. You should consider whether you understand how CFDs and leveraged trading work and if you can afford the high risk of losing your money. Any information discussed here is solely for educational and informational purposes and should not be considered tax, legal or investment advice.