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Forex Basics

What forex trading is and how the market works — pips, lots, leverage, currency pairs and placing your first trade.

Forex Basics

How Much Money Do You Need to Start Forex in 2026?

A practical, numbers-first guide that shows realistic forex account sizes for beginners in 2026, with worked position-sizing examples, margin math and clear next steps.

July 25, 20267 min read
Forex Basics

Forex Leverage Explained 2026: Maths, Risk & Sensible Levels

A clear, practical guide to forex leverage and margin for beginners — how the maths works, how leverage amplifies risk, and what sensible leverage looks like in practice.

July 25, 20269 min read

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Forex Basics

What Is a Pip in Forex? Clear Guide with Examples 2026

A beginner-friendly explanation of what a pip is, how to calculate pip value for standard/mini/micro lots, worked examples (EUR/USD, USD/JPY) and position-sizing templates.

July 24, 20266 min read
Forex Basics

How to Start Forex Trading in 2026: Learn, Demo, Trade Small

A clear, step-by-step guide for complete beginners: learn the core concepts, practise on a demo account, then move to very small live positions with strict risk rules.

July 24, 20267 min read
Forex Basics

What Is Forex Trading in 2026 — How It Works & How to Start

A clear, practical guide for complete beginners: what forex trading is, how the market works, key terms and a step-by-step plan to start the right way (demo first).

July 24, 20267 min read