SNB Defense Gives Euro Bulls Something To Smile About
There was nothing exciting about this morning’s interest rate decision by the Swiss National Bank. Noting that the Swiss economy was expected to rebound slightly – along with pickups in consumer inflation -, policymakers reiterated their pledge
Pound Sterling: Forgetting About Fitch
Late yesterday afternoon Fitch Ratings warned the UK of a potential loss in its currently pristine credit rating. The release helped to push the pound sterling lower through 1.5700 against the US dollar – hitting an overnight low of 1.5663. Alt
Forex-Metal offers 0.5 pip rebate to reward active traders
Forex-Metal has announced its forex rebate program that allows traders to receive a 0.5 pip rebate on their trades.
The Beginning of the End of Market Makers?
Uh oh, it looks like the playing field is becoming more and more challenging for market makers as new regulations could cause banks to retreat from the forex industry. What does this mean for traders like you and me?
The History of the Personal Check [Infographic]
The below infographic details the history of the personal check (also known as cheque), an instrument which has been a pivotal component of historical...
Stanford Has Been Cheated By Madoff
(Dow Jones via eFXnews) Allen Stanford, who was finally convicted for his $7 billion fraud Tuesday, was a far more colorful Ponzi scheme perpetrator than Bernie Madoff, yet somehow Madoff gets all the love.One of the greatest actors of our ti
Did the Wall Street Journal Spill the Beans?
The talk of the forex town a couple days ago was a report by the Wall Street Journal (WSJ) that claimed the Fed is considering a new type of bond-buying program. Did the WSJ just spill the beans on the Fed?
Capital Spreads Cut Forex Spreads
Capital Spreads, a London-based spread betting company, has just slashed spreads on several foreign exchange markets, including many majors.The cut in spreads was significant with many currency pairs now offering a bid-offer spread that is 50
US Non Farm Payroll Update - March 9th
Today, March 9th is when the US Non Farm Payroll reports will be released at 1330GMT. Read the NFP Analysis and list of brokers to trade the NFP release.
Non Farm Payroll February 2012 - Pre Release Analysis
Non Farm Payroll February 2012 is much anticipated. Due for released on 9th March 2012 at 1330 GMT. Read our pre release analysis on the outcome of the NFP
Are the High Gas Prices in Israel Justified?
The recent raise in gasoline price stirred up the nation as many protested against the decision to raise prices to 8 NIS per liter. Eventually, Prime Minster Netanyahu intervened and cut back the raise so that the new 95-Octane Petrol price reach
What You Should Know about the Volcker Rule
What exactly is the Volcker Rule and how will this affect proprietary trading and market makers? Read on to find out how this rule can also have an impact on traders like you and I.


