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Withdrawal Fees for ForexYard SuperMini Accounts

Monday, October 27th, 2008 Posted in FAQ, ForexYard | No Comments »

If you wish to withdraw funds from your SuperMini account in ForexYard, you will be able to withdraw your deposited sum via the same way you deposited your funds following the three methods to transfer trading funds.

What is the Preliminary UoM Consumer Sentiment Report?

Friday, October 17th, 2008 Posted in FAQ, Indicator Reports | No Comments »

The Preliminary UoM Consumer Sentiment Indicator is a survey of consumer confidence conducted by the University of Michigan. This is a telephone survey which gathers information on consumer expectations regarding the overall economy.

What is the “U.S. New Home Sales” Indicator?

Monday, September 22nd, 2008 Posted in FAQ, Indicator Reports | No Comments »

U.S. New Home Sales is a leading economic indicator used to measure the annual number of new single-family homes that were sold during the previous month. While this is a monthly figure, it is reported in an annualized format. This ...

What is the “US Federal Funds Rate?”

Wednesday, September 17th, 2008 Posted in FAQ, Indicator Reports | No Comments »

The US Federal Funds Rate, or Interest Rates, is the rate at which banks lend balances held at the Federal Reserve to other banks overnight. This figure is released 8 times each year. It is important because short-term Interest Rates ...

How to Benefit from Forex Trading?

Monday, September 8th, 2008 Posted in FAQ, FX Education | No Comments »

Everyday, currencies are traded in an international foreign exchange market, otherwise known as the forex market, with the main marketplaces (also known as bourses) existing in the world's financial centers: New York, London, Tokyo, Frankfurt and Zurich.

How to Log Into Java Forex Trading Station?

Monday, September 8th, 2008 Posted in FAQ, ForexYard | No Comments »

Logging into the Java Forex trading platform in ForexYard is very easy and simple. First, please enter the ForexYard website at: www.forexyard.com.

Does ForexYard Offer Guaranteed Fixed Spreads?

Monday, September 8th, 2008 Posted in FAQ, ForexYard | No Comments »

ForexYard offers its clients a fixed dealing spread of 3 pips on EUR/USD and 3-5 pips on other major currency pairs. ForexYard will not widen spreads under any market conditions – including during major economic news releases.

What Is the Non-Farm Employment Change Report?

Thursday, September 4th, 2008 Posted in FAQ, Indicator Reports | No Comments »

The U.S Non-Farm Employment Change, also known as "Non-Farm Payrolls" (NFP) or "Employment Report", is a monthly economic indicator used to measure the change in the number of employed people, excluding those in the farming industry.

What is the ISM Manufacturing PMI?

Wednesday, September 3rd, 2008 Posted in FAQ, Indicator Reports | No Comments »

The Institute for Supply Management (ISM) releases a monthly report of the Manufacturing Purchasing Managers' Index (PMI). The Index is used to measure the level of diffusion based on surveyed purchasing managers in the manufacturing industry.

What are Our Terms and Conditions?

Tuesday, September 2nd, 2008 Posted in FAQ, FX Education | No Comments »

Obligations of FOREXYARD FOREXYARD will supply you with the informational and technical means to use its services in a 24-hour mode of operation starting 5:00 PM Sunday and lasting until 4:00 PM Friday, Eastern Standard Time, except on official holidays in ...

What is the Forex Trading Strategy?

Friday, August 29th, 2008 Posted in FAQ, FX Education | No Comments »

Market knowledge, and the ability to understand analysis, will only get you so far in forex trading. Without the nerve to actively compete, risking your own money in the process, you can never become a successful trader.

How to Calculate a Pip Value in Forex Trading?

Thursday, August 28th, 2008 Posted in FAQ, FX Education | No Comments »

In the Foreign Exchange Market, a pip (percentage in point) is the smallest increment in any currency pair. For instance, if the pair EUR\USD is trading at 1.5530 and the pair rate appreciates to 1.3010, this means the pair completed ...

What is the Foreign Exchange Market?

Thursday, August 28th, 2008 Posted in FAQ, FX Education | No Comments »

The Foreign Exchange market is one of the biggest financial markets in the world. It has a sizeable number of investors and the potential for fast and powerful gains. The arrival of the internet made Forex trading grow considerably popular, ...

What is Margin Call in Forex Trading?

Monday, August 25th, 2008 Posted in FAQ, FX Education | No Comments »

A Margin Call is a possible event in which a trader possesses losing positions that put him on the verge of entering a negative balance in his Forex account. In order to prevent such a turn of events, a margin ...

What is Negative Balance Protection in Forex Trading?

Monday, August 25th, 2008 Posted in FAQ, FX Education | No Comments »

Negative balance protection is also termed Margin Call. A Margin Call is a possible event in which a trader possesses losing positions that put him on the verge of entering a negative balance in his Forex account. In order to ...

What is an IB Agreement in ForexYard?

Monday, August 25th, 2008 Posted in FAQ, ForexYard | 1 Comment »

Looking to expand your Forex business and increase client volume? ForexYard can help you achieve this with its "Introducing Brokers" (IB) program. Through our IB program we offer dynamic solutions for brokers looking to extend their operations. From the ...

How to Trade Oil in Forex?

Friday, August 22nd, 2008 Posted in Commodities, Crude Oil, FAQ | No Comments »

In line with growing market demand, we at ForexYard offer oil spot trading to our clients, through the ForexYard Standard Trading Platform.

How to Trade Gold in Forex?

Friday, August 22nd, 2008 Posted in Commodities, FAQ, Gold | No Comments »

In line with growing market demand, we at Forexyard offer gold spot trading to our clients, through the ForexYard Standard Trading Platform.

How to Trade Using a Demo Forex Account

Friday, August 22nd, 2008 Posted in FAQ, FX Education | No Comments »

With no commitment or cost, you can open a Virtual Trading Account. The account has the full capabilities of a "real" account including live market rates, access to real-time market analysis, and the ability to execute trades from streaming prices. ...

How to Open a SuperMini Forex Account

Friday, August 22nd, 2008 Posted in FAQ, ForexYard | No Comments »

In order to open a new SuperMini account with ForexYard, please enter the following link: Open a Live Forex Trading Account Today! After entering the web-page, please fill in all the empty fields, confirm that you have read ForexYard's Terms ...

How to Open a Standard Forex Account

Friday, August 22nd, 2008 Posted in FAQ, ForexYard | No Comments »

In order to open a new Standard Account with ForexYard, please enter the following link: Open a Live Forex Trading Account Today! After entering the web-page, please fill in all the empty fields, confirm that you have read ForexYard's Terms ...

Why do Thousands of Forex Traders Choose Our Platform?

Wednesday, August 20th, 2008 Posted in FAQ, ForexYard | No Comments »

Since its formation, FOREXYARD has utilized the experience of professional Forex traders, as well as internet- and financial-sector specialists in order to successfully establish itself as one of the premier online brokerages operating in today's market. We offer a secure, ...

What are the Advantages of Our Standard Accounts?

Wednesday, August 20th, 2008 Posted in FAQ, ForexYard | No Comments »

FOREXYARD Maintains fixed spreads during normal market conditions. Trade Size All trades through the FOREXYARD trading platform are executed in standard sizes of 10,000 base currency per one lot. However, the maximum allowed trading volume is $5,000,000.

What is the U.S. Building Permits Indicator?

Wednesday, August 20th, 2008 Posted in FAQ, Indicator Reports | No Comments »

Building Permits are an indicator used to measure current data on new residential constructions, additions, alterations and rennovations to existing residential buildings.

When is the Prime Time for Forex Trading?

Monday, August 18th, 2008 Posted in FAQ, FX Education | No Comments »

Investors and traders can trade currencies worldwide, in any trading zone, 24 hours a day in today's foreign exchange market. London, Japan and New York are the top currency trading markets worldwide. The currencies are being traded 24 hours a ...

U.S. Consumer Confidence Sentiment - Why is it Important?

Friday, August 15th, 2008 Posted in FAQ, Indicator Reports | No Comments »

The Consumer Sentiment survey usually acts as a direct reflection of prior leading financial indicators that are assembling the U.S economic outlook. The biggest impact of the survey derives from instantly affecting consumer data, such as home prices, food costs, ...

How to Contact ForexYard

Friday, August 15th, 2008 Posted in FAQ, ForexYard | No Comments »

There are several ways for clients to contact ForexYard. ForexYard's wide range of support can be accessed by email, LiveChat, or telephone.

Withdrawals Fees for SuperMini Accounts

Wednesday, August 13th, 2008 Posted in FAQ, ForexYard | No Comments »

If you want to withdraw funds from your Super-Mini Account at ForexYard, you will incur differing charges depending on the method of withdrawal used:

What is an Affiliate Agreement in Forex?

Wednesday, August 13th, 2008 Posted in FAQ, ForexYard | No Comments »

FOREXYARD is always looking to recruit marketing partners who can help us obtain new clients. As a result, we offer a competitive and profitable Affiliate Program, providing webmasters with a fantastic opportunity to earn high commissions in a flourishing industry. Our ...

What are the Advantages of ForexYard’s SuperMini Account?

Wednesday, August 13th, 2008 Posted in FAQ, ForexYard | No Comments »

The FOREXYARD Super-Mini Account was designed for those who are new to the Forex market. Trades through the Super-Mini Account are in smaller contract sizes of 1,000 units, 1/10th the size of the Standard Account. The smaller trade size gives ...

How do I Get Started in Forex Trading?

Wednesday, August 6th, 2008 Posted in FAQ, FX Education | No Comments »

You may have been hearing about the foreign exchange market (Forex) and the investment advantages it offers. You would like to try it out, but don't know where to start. This short guide will give you the basics in Forex ...

What’s the Minimum Amount I can Start Trading with in Forex?

Friday, August 1st, 2008 Posted in FAQ, ForexYard | 2 Comments »

ForexYard enables you to trade with amounts as small as $100! Starting to trade with such small amounts is the best way to get acquainted with the Forex marketplace.

Why ForexYard Super-Mini Accounts are Ideal for Forex Beginners?

Friday, August 1st, 2008 Posted in FAQ, ForexYard | No Comments »

The ForexYard Super-Mini Account was designed for those who are new to the Forex market. Trades through the Super-Mini Account are in smaller contract sizes of 1,000 units, 1/10th the size of the Standard Account. The smaller trade size gives ...

How Do I Deposit via Western Union?

Monday, July 28th, 2008 Posted in FAQ, ForexYard | 1 Comment »

Using Western Union is the ideal way to deposit money into a new or existing ForexYard account for clients who do not have a credit card and do not wish to make a bank wire transfer.

What are the Advantages of Trading with ForexYard?

Monday, July 28th, 2008 Posted in FAQ, ForexYard | No Comments »

Since formation, ForexYard has utilized the experience of professional Forex traders, as well as Internet- and financial-sector specialists, in order to successfully establish itself as one of the premier online brokerages operating in today's market. We offer a secure, dynamic ...

Where are Client Funds Located?

Thursday, July 24th, 2008 Posted in FAQ, ForexYard | No Comments »

ForexYard was first established in May of 2004 for the sole purpose of providing the world a better trading platform for foreign exchange trading. It has taken us a great deal of time setting up our operational and technological infrastructure ...

How do I Deposit via Credit Card?

Thursday, July 24th, 2008 Posted in FAQ, ForexYard | No Comments »

Using a Credit Card is the fastest and easiest way to deposit money into a new or existing Forex account. The deposit by Credit Card is also one of the safest ways to move money when dealing with online trading. ...

Forex Trading Forecast - How Does It Work?

Tuesday, July 8th, 2008 Posted in FAQ, FX Education | No Comments »

To predict future outcomes in the Forex market one needs to use one or two methods of forecasting: Technical or Fundamental.

Margin Call - Why Does it Pop Up?

Tuesday, July 8th, 2008 Posted in FAQ, FX Education | No Comments »

Believe it or not, Margin Call is your friend. Let's take a brief look at what margin is, and then we could better understand why the margin call is essential in our trading journey.

Gross Domestic Product - How Does it Influence the Market?

Thursday, June 26th, 2008 Posted in FAQ, FX Education | No Comments »

Real vs. Nominal The Gross Domestic Product, or GDP for short, is defined as the total value of all goods and services produced within that country during a given year. The GDP is designed to measure the market value of production ...

Are Silver Prices Independent from Gold Prices?

Monday, June 23rd, 2008 Posted in Commodities, FAQ, Gold, Silver | No Comments »

What is silver, what is it used for, where does it come from? Was silver ever used as money? Will silver be used as money once again? Are silver prices independent from gold prices? We know you have asked yourself ...

Can I Trade Commodities with ForexYard?

Monday, June 23rd, 2008 Posted in Commodities, FAQ, ForexYard | No Comments »

Due to customer demand and an increased market trend towards tradable spot commodities, FOREXYARD is happy to announce the addition of spot Gold, Silver and Crude Oil to its online trading platform. Customers will now benefit from the ability to ...

Rollover in Forex - How Does it Work?

Thursday, June 19th, 2008 Posted in FAQ, FX Education | No Comments »

Rollover/Interest Policy at 5:00 pm New York time, funds are subtracted or added to accounts with open positions because of the automatic rollover.

What is Leverage in Forex ?

Monday, June 16th, 2008 Posted in FAQ, FX Education | No Comments »

In the finance world leverage has many different meanings. But the basic idea is to use a small sum of money you hold to acquire a greater amount of money (usually in the form of a loan).

What is Margin?

Thursday, June 5th, 2008 Posted in FAQ, FX Education | 1 Comment »

In finance, a margin is collateral that the holder of a position has to deposit in order to cover the credit risk of his counterparty – his broker.