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Market snapshot

Where major markets stand

A quick reference view across currencies, metals and crypto.

Sample data — not live

EUR/USD

Euro / US Dollar

1.0842

Up +0.24%

GBP/USD

British Pound / US Dollar

1.2695

Down -0.18%

USD/JPY

US Dollar / Japanese Yen

151.32

Up +0.41%

XAU/USD

Gold Spot

2,318.40

Up +0.66%

BTC/USD

Bitcoin / US Dollar

64,180

Down -1.12%

Values shown are illustrative sample data for layout purposes only. Connect a market data provider to display real quotes.

Editorial

Latest Articles

Practical writing on forex fundamentals, strategy design, psychology and broker selection.

How Forex Trading Works: A Practical Guide for Beginners
Forex Basics 9 min read

How Forex Trading Works: A Practical Guide for Beginners

Currencies trade in pairs across a global, decentralised market. Here is how quotes, orders and settlement actually fit together.

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Support and Resistance: How to Identify Levels That Matter
Technical Analysis 7 min read

Support and Resistance: How to Identify Levels That Matter

Not every line drawn on a chart matters. Here is how to separate price levels with real significance from noise.

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Using the Economic Calendar Without Overtrading
Fundamental Analysis 6 min read

Using the Economic Calendar Without Overtrading

An economic calendar tells you when volatility is likely, not which trades to take. Here is how to use one without turning every release into a trade.

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Understanding Pips and Lot Sizes Without the Jargon
Forex Basics 7 min read

Understanding Pips and Lot Sizes Without the Jargon

A pip measures price movement. A lot measures how much that movement is worth. Getting both right is the foundation of position sizing.

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Broker comparison

Compare Top Forex Brokers

Explore broker features, platforms, fees, regulations and trading conditions in one place.

NM

Northgate Markets

Best for: Low-cost EUR/USD trading

4.6/ 5
Regulation
Placeholder regulator A
Min. deposit
$100
Spread from
0.2 pips
Platforms
MetaTrader 4, MetaTrader 5, Web platform
  • Tight sample spreads on majors
  • Well-known desktop platforms
  • Clear demo account access

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MF

Meridian FX

Best for: Beginners and education

4.4/ 5
Regulation
Placeholder regulator C
Min. deposit
$50
Spread from
0.8 pips
Platforms
Proprietary web, Mobile app
  • Low sample entry deposit
  • Simple interface
  • Structured learning path

Demonstration content. Figures are unverified placeholders — confirm all details with the provider.

AT

Atlas Trade

Best for: Algorithmic and API trading

4.2/ 5
Regulation
Placeholder regulator D
Min. deposit
$250
Spread from
0.4 pips
Platforms
MetaTrader 5, cTrader, REST API
  • API access for automation
  • Multiple professional platforms
  • Depth-of-market data

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Broker details on this site are demonstration placeholders. Verify regulation, costs and account terms directly with the provider and the relevant regulator before opening an account.

Education

Learn Forex Trading Step by Step

Three structured tracks that take you from market vocabulary to execution discipline.

Start from zero

Beginner

Core vocabulary and mechanics: how the market is quoted, what a pip is, and how positions are sized.

  • What is Forex?
  • Currency Pairs
  • Pips
  • Lots
  • Leverage
  • Spreads

Build a method

Intermediate

Analysis frameworks and the discipline that turns a method into a repeatable process.

  • Technical Analysis
  • Fundamental Analysis
  • Trading Strategies
  • Risk Management

Refine the edge

Advanced

Market structure, execution nuance and the behavioural side of sustained performance.

  • Market Structure
  • Price Action
  • Trading Psychology
  • Advanced Risk Management

Trading tools

Trading Tools Built for Better Decisions

Free calculators that turn risk rules into concrete numbers before you place a trade.

Pip Calculator

Convert pip movement into account currency value.

Open tool

Position Size Calculator

Size a trade from account risk and stop distance.

Open tool

Lot Size Calculator

Translate units into standard, mini and micro lots.

Open tool

Margin Calculator

See how much equity a position reserves.

Open tool

Profit & Loss Calculator

Estimate the outcome of a trade before entry.

Open tool

Risk/Reward Calculator

Compare potential loss against potential gain.

Open tool

Currency Converter

Convert an amount using a rate you supply.

Open tool

Economic Calendar

Track scheduled releases that move currency markets.

Open tool

Why Pips School

Built to Make Forex Easier to Understand

A publication for people who want to understand markets before risking capital in them.

Clear Education

Concepts explained in plain language, ordered so each lesson builds on the last.

Independent Broker Research

Structured comparisons with a consistent framework and disclosed commercial arrangements.

Practical Trading Tools

Calculators that turn risk rules into concrete position sizes before you trade.

Market Insights

Analytical commentary that explains context rather than predicting outcomes.

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Risk disclaimer

Trading forex and leveraged financial products involves significant risk and may not be suitable for all investors. Content on Pips School is provided for educational and informational purposes only and should not be considered financial or investment advice. Past performance of any market or strategy is not a reliable indicator of future results.

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