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Analysis, education and company news from our Dubai desk — practical reading for anyone trading Forex, indices and commodities.
Why Is My XAU/USD Spread High? Causes UAE Traders Should Understand
An XAU/USD spread usually becomes wider when liquidity falls, volatility increases or trading risk becomes more difficult for liquidity providers to price. This commonly occurs around major economic news, the daily rollover period, market openings, weekends and unexpected geopolitical events. A high spread is not always a platform error, but traders should understand when it happens, how it affects orders and when the pricing deserves closer investigation.
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How to Start Trading Forex as a Beginner in the UAE
Forex trading means buying and selling currencies, trying to make money from the price going up or down. It sounds complicated, but the basics are simple once you break them down. Here's a straightforward guide to get started.
Forex Trading: How It Works, What It Costs and How to Get Started
Forex trading is the buying and selling of currencies in pairs, such as EUR/USD or GBP/USD. Traders take a position based on how they expect one currency to move against another. Before placing a trade, it helps to understand three things: what can move the price, what the trade will cost, and how much you could lose
Trading During Dubai Market Hours: Best Times to Trade Forex from the UAE
If you're trading forex from Dubai, Abu Dhabi, or anywhere in the UAE, one factor quietly decides whether your trades have room to breathe or get squeezed by wide spreads and choppy price action: timing.
Not All Forex Brokers Are Built the Same: A UAE Trader's Due-Diligence Guide
With this growth has come a wider choice of trading platforms — and a more pressing question for anyone entering the market: how do you choose a forex broker in Dubai you can actually trust?
Best Forex Brokers in Dubai: How to Choose the Right Provider in 2026
Dubai is an international financial centre with access to established banks, investment firms, fintech companies and online trading providers. That choice is useful, but it can also make the search for the best forex brokers in Dubai confusing.
Forex Spreads, Leverage and Execution in the UAE: What Traders Should Know Before Opening an Account
This guide explains Forex spreads, leverage, margin and execution in practical terms for UAE traders. It also shows which questions to ask before opening an account and how to compare total trading conditions without relying on a single advertised number.
How to Transition from Beginner to Market Master
Mastery is a deliberate progression. It requires moving beyond basic mechanics into the sophisticated application of market theory. Your forex brokerage firm shouldn't just provide a portal; it must act as a reliable partner in your educational evolution.
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