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Analysis, education and company news from our Dubai desk — practical reading for anyone trading Forex, indices and commodities.
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.
When the Old Market Playbook Stops Working: Reading FX, Gold and Yields in 2026
Global financial markets are entering a more complex phase in September 2026. Inflation is proving harder to control, government bond yields remain elevated, and major central banks are no longer moving in a predictable direction.
What Happens After You Click Buy or Sell on MT5?
When you click Buy or Sell on MetaTrader 5, the platform sends an order request to your forex broker.
Your Forex Broker Is More Than a Trading Platform: What Happens Behind Every Order
A forex broker provides the infrastructure through which traders access currency markets, receive bid and ask prices, submit orders and manage open positions.
Oil Above $95: Is the Market Pricing a Real Supply Crisis or a Geopolitical Risk Premium?
Brent crude entered the new week close to $97 per barrel after a sharp rally during the previous week, while WTI traded above $92.
Trading Forex in Dubai: Your Questions Answered
Thinking about trading forex in the UAE? Here are honest answers to the questions we hear most often from traders in Dubai — covering regulation, costs, and how to get started.
Strong US Jobs Data Reshapes the Market: What It Means for Gold, the Dollar and Forex Traders
Financial markets ended the first week of September with a significant shift in expectations. The catalyst was the latest U.S. employment report.
US Indices Close Higher as Weak ADP Jobs Data Eases Rate Concerns
US indices recovered as Treasury yields eased, while weaker-than-expected ADP jobs data pressured the dollar and supported gold. Markets now await Friday’s Nonfarm Payrolls report for further clues on Fed policy and the next direction for gold and equities.
Gold Rallies Above $4,400 as Bullish Momentum Returns
Gold has rallied above $4,400, gaining more than 1% as short-term bullish momentum returns. Brent crude remains bullish near $98.30, while USD/JPY continues to show a bearish technical structure.
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