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Why do forex traders go short?
  • Forex
  • Beginner
  • Video
  • 2 min
Description:

One of the characteristics of trading spot forex is the ability to take both long and short positions. What exactly does this mean? And what are some of the effects on traders? Find out in this video!

Beginner

Why do forex traders go short?

Description

One of the characteristics of trading spot forex is the ability to take both long and short positions. What exactly does this mean? And what are some of the effects on traders? Find out in this video!

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