Forex profitability- The 1% debate 0 replies
US Forex brokers account profitability comparison 34 replies
FXCM's Profitability Report!!! 61 replies
IBfx's Profitability Report 29 replies
Risk Multiples and Profitability 1 reply
DislikedOanda like to project a squeaky clean image but they are no better than the rest. Massive spreads during the news time. Like I said above a few myths are being busted about some brokers which were generally seen as being better than others. More to come.Ignored
DislikedECN brokers such as MBTrading failed because of huge slippage/liquidity problems, espeacially when they rely solely on the limited number of banks feed. Some market makers can guarantee stop order, they can also provide unlimited liquidity at any time (even if the quotes/volume may not be directly come from the banks ). ECN may not be the best option for retail traders.Ignored
DislikedECN brokers such as MBTrading failed because of huge slippage/liquidity problems, espeacially when they rely solely on the limited number of banks feed. Some market makers can guarantee stop order, they can also provide unlimited liquidity at any time (even if the quotes/volume may not be directly come from the banks ). ECN may not be the best option for retail traders.Ignored
Dislikedbut why their profit and clients increase ?
fxcm also gain more profit and clients ...what is the secrets behind these 2 brokersIgnored
DislikedI have to say - looking at this report makes me think the best option for a trader like me (usually around 1-2k account balance) is one of the big market makers....Ignored
DislikedActually, the funny thing that people overlook...most MM will let you trade for a few months and give you perfect fills...like FXCM did to me when I was new. They want you to raise your deposit as you feel comfortable. Then they flush you. Everything can be hidden in these numbers. More important would be how many accounts drop 50% or more after x months with each broker. We know Oanda's numbers are faulty because they aren't just an FX broker. Other than that, most of these numbers are in-line and reveal little. Heck, if an MM was smart right now,...Ignored