Your Question About Margin Fx Brokers

Posted October 26th, 2011 by AbleForex and filed in Q & A Forex Trading Strategies

Daniel asks…

Buying futures on margin and demanding delivery?

I guess I am missing something, but if this is possible, the only risk remains the market risk – which is not quite a “risk”, considering this case.
What do I mean is this:

Take long position while on performance bond(margin). Do this about a few minutes until the expiration date or hedge, so that to eliminate the market risk(price movements). When the contract comes into power and your long position is open – then demand a physical delivery of the goods. It’s obvious from that point that if for example you have bought in margin 10:1 your profit is more than obvious.
I was thinking for similar case about traditional stocks, CFD, options, spots, swaps – but among such instruments “margin” is always a credit, and not a “deposit on good faith”.
Another thing I noticed is that 90% of the brokers don’t engage into physical delivery. Which means that even if my point is right, then one should find a serious futures broker( or pay 500k for membership at CBOT(Nymex) + all the bureaucracy).
Also, I am not sure if the clearing house will allow you to hedge in case when you intent to keep your position + I am not sure if they won’t require some ridiculous proofs that you are ready to handle the delivery(i.e. pay insurance + storage fee).
But in all honesty, I don’t care of physical goods, buying gold/fx futures will be fine. After all, for 2 years studying economics the only thing I have learned is that the only goal of the trader must be: making money, no matter if the party loses everything(…a more fun note for the weekend – though I am 100% serious saying this :) .

Well, I am even not intending to keep the question open for long time if there is some truth in it…but…

Thanks

AbleForex answers:

I’m not sure how you interpret what you mean when you say that you are going to make a guarenteed profit. How are you making a profit when you buy right before expiration? You leverage up with a margin account but if the price does not go up by expiration you are not going to make a profit (regardless of delivery charges or market timing).

There is not guarenteed profit that way otherwise other people who can take delivery would be doing it all the time!

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Your Question About Forex Trading Strategies That Work

Posted October 26th, 2011 by AbleForex and filed in Q & A Forex Trading Strategies

Lizzie asks…

Forex intraday Trading; Does anyone care to share his/her forex strategy that is working well in todays clima?

climate? I would like something you can trade on an hourly or ess time frame.

AbleForex answers:

As a 10+ year Forex trader, here is how I trade to make money…

If you want, you can also follow these steps. I’ve dumbed it down to the easiest, yet safest way to win in the Forex.

1) Open a live account at http://www.bmfn.com.au
2) Select AAAFx broker, and open MICRO account with 200:1 leverage.
3) Deposit at least $300 in your account to start.
4) “Add to Portfolio” the top 20 strategies at http://www.bmfn.com.au
5) Don’t add any strategy that makes less than 10 average pips per trade.
6) …when adding strategies, set maximum number of trades to 5, and…
7) …select lot size of 0.1 “mini” lots for each $1000 in your account.
8) It will trade automatically, following all those top 20 strategies.
9) Then sit back, relax and take a vacation as you make easy Forex money.

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Your Question About Forex Trading Signals

Posted October 26th, 2011 by AbleForex and filed in Q & A Forex Trading Strategies

Linda asks…

How Can I Get Reliable Forex Signals Providers?

I will like to know how i can get relaible forex trading signals?
I’ve been scammed by many of the so called gurus in this field.

AbleForex answers:

I would suggest you stay away from anything that is sold on clickbank that relates to forex. I have tried some of these things that promise to make you thousands just by turning on your computer.

They all turned out to be pieces of garbage. I don’t even want to add up what they all cost my in losses and what I paid for them. The best education you can get is on your own.

Visit some forums and other sites and learn about it before you put your hard earned money at risk.

There are good systems out there that actually do what they say they are going to do. I also suggest trying everything out on a demo account first so that you can see what you are getting into.

I tried to learn on the fly and it ended up costing me money and a lot of stress. Always work the kinks out before you go live with the trading. It makes life much easier.

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Your Question About Currency Delivery Date

Posted October 23rd, 2011 by AbleForex and filed in Q & A Forex Trading Strategies

Sandy asks…

How to price a forward contract?

Let’s say that there is a company who wants to buy a currency forward from a bank that specifies a period during which delivery can be made. If this company wants a right to choose the delivery date to fit in with the company Cash Flow, how should the forward be priced?

AbleForex answers:

There is no ‘formula’, but pricing is dependant upon the many things that affect the price of that item on a day to basis, irrespective of a forward contract. In your example, it would depend on the the currency being traded, economic stability of the issuing country, how far out the delivery date is, etc.

Read here for more:

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Forward_contract

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Your Question About Forex Trading Charts

Posted October 23rd, 2011 by AbleForex and filed in Q & A Forex Trading Strategies

William asks…

Why I can’t see live charts of forex trading?

Currently I am with forex.com brokers but since few days I can’t use their platform properly. I just can’t see the charts and already tried to solve it many different ways but nothing helped..Does anyone experienced same problems with any of platforms available?

AbleForex answers:

If you need access to real time charts, DailyFX has 6 free charts available http://www.dailyfx.com/charts/

The Marketscope chart listed on the page is the chart available inside FXCM’s FX Trading Station II platform.

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Forex Trading Platforms

Posted October 21st, 2011 by AbleForex and filed in Q & A Forex Trading Strategies

Forex Trading Platforms

forex trading platforms

Sandy asks…

What are the Best Forex Trading Platforms?

There are so many, what are the best Forex Trading Platforms, particularly for a new trader?

AbleForex answers:

I’ve posted this before, but I think this applies here.

Choosing a great trading platform is an important step in Forex Trading. A good one should offer the following:

Easy to Use
The software you use should be easy to understand and it shouldn’t take a long time work-You should be able to trade right away. If it’s too complicated to even start, how will you be able to use it to trade regularly!?

Real Time Quotes
Because Forex Trading is done 24 hours a day, and you need to have live quotes. Live quotes give you control of your money and you can check on it whenever.

Trading Rates
The software should have a freeze option when you decide to buy or sell.

Your Part
Do not be greedy! Before you start, figure out how much money you want to invest, and stick to it-Do Not Go Over!
Trading is not a ‘get rich quick’ deal. Just like starting any new job, trading takes time to learn and involves risk and loss, but can potentially be a great source of income-once it’s mastered.

I would recommend:

http://www.bmfn.com.au

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Your Questions About Margin Fx Brokers

Posted October 21st, 2011 by AbleForex and filed in Q & A Forex Trading Strategies

Margin Fx Brokers

margin fx brokers

Charles asks…

which fx brokers have the tightest spread?

i am looking at this oanda site they have 1.5 pip spread for eur/usd which is great but i dont recognize them, and their margin is limited to 2%… is this a good broker? and who else compares (tight spreads)?

AbleForex answers:

“Tight spreads” are certainly a consideration, but not the primary one. It’s like “stock” brokers, they’re all pretty much the same.

What you should be concentrating on are the resources that will make you money. You want the best trading platform, best executions, best help money can buy. If you can make money trading, the spreads aren’t going to matter. I would gladly pay double the spread if I can make twice as much money.

Don’t do this on the cheap. If you can’t afford the spread, don’t trade. This is typical of a novice; asking all the wrong questions.

Like any vocation, it takes hard work, lots of study, and the testing of your theories, learning what makes you tick, learning your own particular time and stress levels, and fighting the emotions of fear, greed, and loss of hope.

Most traders spend their entire time looking for the Holy Grail of indicators. Your success or failure lies within you, not some indicator, or how tight the spreads are or how cheaply it can be done.

If you have $3,000 for the trading software, PremiereTrade is a great place to start because of all of the training sessions, Message Board, Live Trader Commentary, chat rooms and the ability to actually talk to their traders. I’ve never seen these kinds of resources elsewhere.

You want to give yourself the best chance of success, not hog tie yourself to some cheap, limited, and disadvantaged setup. Do yourself a favor and put the odds in your favor.

http://www.bmfn.com.au

Http://www.premieretradeai.com/

http://www.forextv.com/FT/Video.jsp?channel=41

http://umgarticles.atspace.com/forex-trading.htm

http://www.fxstreet.com/rates-charts/usdollar-index/

http://forex.tradingcharts.com/

http://www.dailyfx.com

http://www.forexbastards.com

http://www.forex-options.com/

http://4xcampus.com/

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Currency Trading Companies Australia

Posted October 21st, 2011 by AbleForex and filed in Q & A Forex Trading Strategies

Currency Trading Companies Australia

Currency Trading Companies Australia

Linda asks…

Recommendations for online FOREX brokers in Australia?

I am interested in starting FOREX, but there are too many online platforms to choose from… FOREX.com, Easy-Forex, OzForex… the list goes on forever…

It doesn’t have to be an Australian company, but out of those that I can open up an account and start trading from Australia, which one would you recommend?

* Mainly planning to trade between AUD, USD, and JPY, so I want to know the ones with low spreads for these currency pairs.
* Low, or no commission would be nice too off course.
* Not so concerned about leverage and swap rates.

Thanks in advance!

AbleForex answers:

I would recommend using Boston Merchant Financial Pty Ltd.   You can greatly benefit form their live, one-on-one help by having to use local calls or even simply visit their office. They offer trading for the pairs you mentioned with low and competitive spreads. In fact if you are a frequent trader dealing in larger volumes, you can even negotiate personally, if you wish, for your special trading terms.

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Your Questions About Currency Delivery Risk

Posted October 20th, 2011 by AbleForex and filed in Q & A Forex Trading Strategies

Steven asks…

finance questions on black scholes and hedging?

Problem 1
Omar is considering purchasing a call option on Pandulum shares which are currently trading at $30 per share. The option expires in 50 days. Omar can invest his money at the risk free rate of 5%. The call’s exercise price is $29. The variance on Pendulum shares is .09.
Required
(a)Determine the current market price of the call using the Black-Scholes formula and the time value of the call option.

Problem 3
It is October 15th today. XYZ Corporation, a US based company must pay in May of next year, $2 million Canadian to HFX Inc. a Canadian company located north of Regina.

Currency future contracts with a size of C$100,000 have delivery dates in February, May and November. Currency options with a size of C$50,000 have expiration dates in February, May, August and November.

Price quotes for futures contracts on Canadian dollars on October 15 are:

Expiration Settlement
November0.6436
February0.6423
May0.6402

Price quotes for call options on the Canadian dollar are:
Series November February May
US$0.6500/C$0.030.050.07
US$0.6800/C$0.020.040.05

Required

(a)What risk does XYZ Corporation face and how can the company hedge its risk using options and futures? Be specific in identifying the various hedging strategies this company may use
(b)If the value of the Canadian dollar goes up to US$0.67/C$, determine the cost in US$ and the effective rate paid if XYZ Corporation hedges with futures.
(c)If the value of the Canadian dollar goes down to US$0.61/C$, determine the cost in US$ and the effective rate paid if Little Corporation hedges with call options

please show calculations. ANY help is appreciated. thanks

AbleForex answers:

Purchased at 30$
excise value = 29$
deviation
1$
varance …0.09
% .09 x 100 …= 9
from 30 to 21$

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Optionbit Vs OptionXP

Posted October 16th, 2011 by admin and filed in Optionbit

Optionbit vs. OptionXP

Whilst Optionbit and OptionXP are both top-pick premiere binary options trading platforms, there are some major differences that set them apart, with each platform particularly designed with a different type of trader in mind. Here we will look at the main differences between the revolutionary pair and the key benefits they each offer in providing traders the 1st class service they are famed for.

In essence, Optionbit has been developed for all traders; from first-time beginners, to everyday traders, to generally experienced traders. OptionXP is directed more towards the professional and experienced trader. Both powered by the esteemed and extremely technically advanced Tradologic, the standard of technology and features of both platforms are second to none, with tools and navigational apparatus’ that maintain an unmistakable ease of use and smart simplicity that is not found elsewhere.

Established in 2009, Optionbit is a pioneer in its field. With over 40 assets to trade with and an enormous payout of 81% for in-the-money results, it is a perfect all-rounder platform for traders old and new to profit in an easy and clear way. 100% web-based, there is no need for installation of any new software to the computer and the site itself is extremely clear to navigate ones way around. Currently offered in 12 languages to reach to a wide audience, the website is in English, German, Spanish, French, Russian, Turkish, Arabic, Korean, Portuguese, Italian, Japanese and Romanian.

Traders at Optionbit receive regular promotions, offers, and updates regarding the movements of assets to give traders a helping hand every step of the way. This kind of service is fantastic for beginners and for those who prefer to be kept in the loop. OptionXP, on the other hand, allow their more experienced traders a more independent way of trading.

Established in 2010, OptionXP provides traders with everything they could possibly need to get the absolute most out of the binary options investments, and then some more. Realizing that their experienced traders do not need to be constantly hounded with tips and updates, OptionXP provides a level of service that is so advanced that traders really can be left to their own devices on this unique platform.

Also providing traders with the amazingly generous 81% return for successful trades, OptionXP offers all the same perks and features that Optionbit does, including an extremely professional and experienced 24/6 Customer Support Team, available by phone, Live Chat or email. Neither platform, in fact, stands better or worse than the other and their essential differences simply lie in which type of trader each is more suited to. OptionXP, for example, offers their traders the option to view 4 trading screens simultaneously on one screen, a specification required for the more experienced trader in order to step up their trades. Optionbit only offers the option of one screen at a time, something suited to general or beginner traders.

Similarly, the minimum deposit requirement for traders at Optionbit is just $100, something that less experienced traders would be more comfortable with, whereas OptionXP’s minimum deposit is a bigger $500, more suited to experienced traders who are more confident with their trading approach.

Both platforms are advanced in that they both host unique money-making features and tools such as “Touch” and “Range”, giving the trader a much wider scope when they’re predicting the movement of an asset. For example, “Touch” allows traders to predict whether a stock will simply touch a pre-determined price before the option expires and “Range” allows the trader to choose whether an asset will expire within a predetermined range. Both platforms also offer the tools “Close Now” and “Extend” allowing traders to close an option early or in fact extend an option past its original expiry time. These kinds of features are invaluable tools to traders, and Optionbit and OptionXP are both unique in providing these kinds of revolutionary features.

In conclusion, here we have 2 very strong trading platforms, both with extraordinary features and advantages that you cannot beat. So whether you’re an inexperienced trader who would benefit from the unbeatable service and attention that Optionbit has to offer or if you’re an experienced or professional trader who would rather be left to the devices of an exceptionally smart and comprehensive platform that is OptionXP, you’re definitely onto a sure thing with this binary options trading duo. Happy Trading!

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