HFM Broker (HotForex) Offers Physical Stocks

The online broker HFM (formerly HotForex) now offers its clients the possibility of investing in physical shares of the main stock markets directly and not only through CFDs (Contracts For Difference) of shares, as it has traditionally done. Through this new service, HFM clients can build more complete portfolios and access a greater variety of markets. In addition, they will … Read more

Fed tries to contain inflation in the US with a 0.75% increase in interest rates

The 75 basis point increase leaves interest rates in a range between 1.5% and 1.75%. It is the largest increase in rates since 1994, with the aim of stimulating savings. The fight against inflation continues to be the main strategy of the US financial authorities, after the Fed announced at a press conference that it increased its interest rate by … Read more

Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC)

Oil market OPEP

OPEC (Organization of Petroleum Exporting Countries) is an intergovernmental group whose main objective – expressed in resolutions 1 and 2 of Baghdad (09/14/1960) – is to serve as a consultative body for its member countries to coordinate and unify respective oil policies. In other words, OPEC tries to formulate programs that ensure the stability of oil prices in international markets, … Read more

Bitcoin price bottom may take months to materialize, says Glassnode

The effective price is $23,340, according to Glassnode. Bitcoin touched the $20,000 band on Monday before returning to $22,000. Amid the collapse of the bitcoin (BTC) and cryptocurrency markets, it is not yet certain that the market has bottomed, Glassnode notes in its latest analysis. The current phase may last between 8 and 24 months before the market really bottoms … Read more

Stagflation – Definition and Effects on the Economy

Stagflation in a country is the combination of inflation and economic stagnation. This phenomenon unites these two concepts, which when they occur at the same time are devastating for the economy. In other words, stagflation arises when a country’s economy is stagnant, that is, it does not grow and, at the same time, the cost of living rises, motivated by … Read more

Forex Trading System Scalping Gold

In this article, we are going to introduce a scalping trading system designed for trading spot Forex and precious metals which can be quite profitable if the trader follows the rules carefully. This system is based on custom technical indicators for Metatrader 4, so unfortunately it can only be used on this trading platform. Firstly, it uses a trend indicator … Read more

Is Bitcoin a currency or an investment? The answer could depend on your pockets

Bitcoin and gold forecast

The report collected information from 9,500 people around the world. Lower-income people tend to be less optimistic about the future of Bitcoin. The versatility and potential of Bitcoin have allowed it to be seen as a tool for various purposes. Among these, its purpose as an investment instrument stands out as an asset to obtain future profits, and as a … Read more