Alison joined the team as a writer in 2021. She has a medical degree with a focus on physiotherapy and a bachelor’s in psychology. However, her interest in forex trading and her love for writing led her to switch careers and she now has over 8 years experience in research and content development. She has tested and reviewed 100+ brokers and has a great understanding of the Forex trading world.
Alison Heyerdahl March 21, 2023 11:40 AM
The Volatility 75 Index, or simply the VIX, measures stock-market volatility. Often called the “fear index”, it measures how much volatility professional investors believe the S&P 500 index of leading US shares will experience over the next 30 days.
Alison Heyerdahl March 7, 2023 11:08 AM
A pip is the price move in a given exchange rate. Understanding pips is fundamental to calculating your profit and loss, and when to enter and exit a trade. In this video, we cover what a pip is and how pips are used.
Alison Heyerdahl February 21, 2023 10:41 AM
In this video, we cover how Forex trading works, explain common Forex terminology and talk about the risks associated with trading.
Alison Heyerdahl February 14, 2023 08:47 AM
Forex trading can be a lucrative and rewarding endeavour for those who are up for the challenge, but it also carries with it a certain level of risk. Unfortunately, many beginner traders make mistakes that can lead to significant losses.
Alison Heyerdahl December 2, 2022 10:24 AM
Demo accounts are key to becoming a successful trader. In this tutorial, we walk you through an MT5 demo account. To learn more about why demo accounts are so important, check out our podcast "Let's Talk Forex with Alison and Chris" on your favorite podcast app.
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