Why the Market Moves While You Sleep: Forex Trading Sessions Explained

Why the Market MovesWhile You Sleep: Forex Trading Sessions Explained [Image by Komkrit from Magnific] Forex moves while you sleep because it is a global market that runs across different trading sessions. When one major financial centre slows down, another one opens.  From Monday to Friday, the forex market moves through the Asian, London, and New York […]

The Gold Paradox: Why XAU/USD Can Fall During Global Uncertainty

The Gold Paradox: Why XAU/USD Can Fall During Global Uncertainty [Image by Komkrit from Magnific] Gold can fall during global uncertainty when interest-rate expectations, a stronger US dollar, or rising bond yields become more powerful than safe-haven demand. Many traders expect gold to rise whenever global tension increases. While this can happen, XAU/USD is also […]

Which Currency Benefited Most from the 2022 FIFA World Cup?

Which Currency Benefited Most from the 2022 FIFA World Cup? [Image by Isaac E. Amoras from Magnific] The currency that benefited most from the 2022 FIFA World Cup was the Qatari riyal (QAR).  As the host nation, Qatar gained direct economic support from tourism, hospitality, transport, retail spending, and global exposure. However, because the Qatari riyal […]