Forex trading

Forex - foreign exchange currency dealing - is the world's largest market. With 3.2 trillion $US traded a day and 24-hour business it's a very different proposition to the equities market for the retail trader.

•Many brokers don't charge a commission as such - you have to pay the bid/ask spread only.

•Leverage, which typically can range from 100:1 up to 400:1, can produce a magnifying effect for gains - as well as losses, of course.

•There are no restrictions on 'shorting', which will allow the retail trader to be active during any condition of the market or currency pair

•Lastly, forex is relatively accessible - you don't need a huge amount of money to get going.