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[Infographic] Forex Year End Checkup

posted by viarail 163 days ago in USD, Fundamental, Yearly made popular 163 days ago

The end of the year is an opportune time to compare key economic indicators and assess how the major economies fared over the past 12 months. As the global economy continues to face serious challenges, this information may also give some insight

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U.S. Debt Ceiling

posted by viarail 303 days ago in USD, Fundamental, Special made popular 303 days ago

With only a few days before the August 2nd deadline, any clear agreement on raising the U.S. debt ceiling is still not in sight. Both the Democrats and Republicans appear to be parked in their respective political corners, with the only thing the

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Greek Economic Crisis

posted by viarail 312 days ago in EUR, Sentiment, Special made popular 312 days ago

The Greek economic crisis continues to make headlines as Prime Minister George Papandreou attempts to maneuver the governments contentious “austerity” bill through the Greek parliament.

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Bank of Canada Makes the Case for Higher Interest Rates

posted by viarail 326 days ago in CAD, Fundamental, Special made popular 326 days ago

Canada's inflation rate rose by an annualized 3.7 per cent in May. This exceeds the Bank of Canada's 2 per cent annual inflation target by a wide margin and means an interest rate hike could be back on the Bank's agenda. A closer look at the numb

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Crunch Time for Portugal and the Eurozone Just Weeks Away

posted by viarail 394 days ago in EUR, Fundamental, Special

If you are looking for further evidence as to just how bleak the outlook is for Portugal, consider this – it costs more for Portugal to borrow for six months, than it does Germany for thirty years.

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ECB Expected to Raise Interest Rates This Week

posted by viarail 417 days ago in EUR, Fundamental, Special made popular 417 days ago

On the one hand, the Bank is cognizant of the rising rate of inflation in certain economies comprising the 17-member Eurozone of countries, while on the other, it is aware of the pressures the so-called “periphery” nations face as they deal with

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Morgan Business Trial Group Files Class Action Against FXCM

posted by viarail 471 days ago in Special

Alleges that FXCM has bilked thousands of customers out of hundreds of millions of dollars using deceptive and unfair trade practices, including falsely portraying its Forex trading platform as a fair, transparent, and true foreign currency excha

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The Bank of Canada’s Interest Rate Dilemma

posted by viarail 480 days ago in CAD, Sentiment, Yearly

The reason for Canada’s relatively weak showing? Based on comments Bank of Canada Governor Mark Carney made during an interview from the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland, the economy is being pressured by an appreciating currency and a

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Interest Rate Outlook for 2011

posted by viarail 506 days ago in Sentiment, Special

With a new year upon us, currency traders are once again turning to the old crystal ball in an attempt to predict interest rate actions for the major economies.

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Canadian dollar outlook

posted by viarail 506 days ago in CAD, Fundamental, Special

Dean Popplewell, chief currency strategist at OANDA Corp., shares his forecast for the Canadian dollar and other currencies.

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US Forex brokers account profitability comparison

posted by viarail 586 days ago in Special made popular 586 days ago

Now you can compare various brokers account profitability and see where your own broker stands. With the exception of OANDA, which completely stands out from rest of the brokers both in terms of account profitability and in number of accounts, al

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The Swissy Olympic Dive

posted by viarail 620 days ago in CHF made popular 620 days ago

Today is a critical day for the $USDCHF. On a short-term basis, it’s trying to breach and close below parity. There is also a key trendline in play.

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