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Yes, you read the title correctly. Why am I not surprised that I am writing this article? Well, I should not be surprised, yet I partly still am.
This article is for Malaysian traders wanting more clarity on their tax obligations, including the different tax rates for tax residents vs. non-tax residents, how Malaysia regulates Forex, the brokers available to Malaysian traders, an overview of tax benefits and exemptions, as well as taxation tips for Malaysian traders. I aim to give readers a clearer understanding of the retail trading environment, particularly regarding Forex trading, in Malaysia.
Singapore has rules requiring some traders to pay taxes depending on specific criteria. The rules are nuanced—many consider them a subjective grey area with little clarity.
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Yes, you must pay taxes on gains from Forex and other securities in the U.S. Uncle Sam wants his slice of the trading pie. This article lays out the basics of how the IRS taxes Forex trading, including: - How the IRS treats spot Forex trading versus Futures & Options - The relevant IRS codes for trading - The tax rates that apply to U.S. traders - Tax benefits and exemptions Let’s get started.
Leverage has become the cornerstone of modern retail trading, and its ubiquity has made it indispensable. Many markets, such as futures, are nearly impossible to trade without leverage because exchanges automatically build leverage into them, and others require leverage for practical reasons because the absolute price movements are small.
Risk management remains one of the most misunderstood trading principles. Many retail traders simply apply static stop-loss and take-profit levels according to a desired ratio, often 2:1, without considering the dynamic nature of the market or the asset. The same applies to algorithmic trading risk management, which we will explore in the article below.
Successful trading requires a strategy that matches the trader’s personality, skills, knowledge, and capabilities. Today, we will look at scalping vs. day trading, two short-term trading strategies that share many similarities. Still, a few critical differences exist, which you should consider when determining whether scalping or day trading is a better fit for you. Read on to find out if you are a scalper, a day trader, or if you should choose another strategy.
Trading styles should reflect the personality of traders, and scalping vs. swing trading offers two approaches on different ends of the spectrum, but which is more suitable for your trading requirements? I will break down the core components of each strategy to help traders decide if they are scalpers or swing traders.
The most successful Forex traders in the world share many similarities, despite using different trading strategies. Retail traders may do well to consider identifying and adopting these commonalities in the approaches of successful traders. In this article, I have provided a list of well-known traders to introduce their strategies, philosophies, and triumphs. Read on and learn how you can become a better Forex trader.
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Forex trading volumes continue to expand, with daily turnover exceeding $7.5 trillion, on track to reach $10.0 trillion this decade. The Forex market is a decentralized over the counter (OTC) market. It is accepted as the most liquid market and is operational 24/5. The highly leveraged Forex market attracts scores of new Forex traders daily, but how do Forex traders make money?
Let’s immediately address the question most commonly asked by prospective Indian traders: “Is Forex trading legal in India?” Yes, it is, but under strict conditions. India’s laws restrict its residents to a specified list of currency pairs, trading instruments, allowable brokers and exchanges.
Scalping remains one of the most popular trading strategies, but what are the best Forex indicators for scalping? Find out by reading on.
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Sign up to get the latest market updates and free signals directly to your inbox.Unlike equity markets, the Forex market operates 24/5 without official opening and closing times. There is just a start and end to the trading week. The best time to trade Forex in Malaysia always depends on the Forex trader, despite popular theories on the best time to trade. From a technical and cost perspective, trading during the most liquid trading sessions offers core benefits. I will explain the unofficial trading sessions in the four core Forex markets and how they relate to local times in Malaysia. I will also discuss overlapping sessions, and why liquidity matters.
Trading bots have risen in popularity over the past two decades, and technological breakthroughs, particularly relating to artificial intelligence, have supercharged the sector, but are trading bots legal? Find out what you need to know about the legality of using trading bots before you deploy them and learn how to identify scams and fake bots.
Is automated Forex trading profitable? The short answer is yes and no. As with all matters related to Forex trading, it is more complex than it appears. I will explain under which conditions automated Forex trading is profitable and what to avoid, as the sector is ripe with scams and misinformation, leading to confusion among retail traders.