Recent content by PIPer_77

You have to understand CFDs are very different as they can't really be offset so the counterparty is probably betting against you everytime. FX is so liquid that the market makers can arbitrage the spread. That is a huge difference! The fact is if it were not for these firms you could not trade fx

The good retail market makers are regulated by the CFTC or the FSA. What the fund managers are talking about is the interbank as it is considered pretty much the Wild West of trading but you need to know that before trading. I agree stop are gettings run .....but you fail to realize it is most...

Anyone who trades FX via the futures is pretty much a fool. You think anyone on the IMM has a clue? They are losers and get no orderflow. To make their markets they have got to look at interbank spot and forwards markets. They really want to screw you because they get no business. Want...

There is a lot of false information being spread on this thread. The reputable market makers (like FXCM, Gain, RefcoFx)are in no way bucket shops. These firms have interbank relationships and offset orders there. With minis they just need to bundle the orders. In essence they are arbing...

Definately!!!!! Cable looks prime for a runup after that last gasp gap down on Sunday night. HSBC and Dresdner have also turned bullish EUR/USD. I say position players would be wise to buy any weakness here in any of the majors.

Does anyone know any prop firms that offer or specialize in trading FX????? If so who is the best?