Monthly Archives: July 2025

When markets appear calm on the surface, tension often builds underneath,  and the VIX is usually the first to signal it. This week, the so-called “Fear Index” jumped 6% from near its yearly lows, even as the headlines remained quiet. For traders who know how to read it, the VIX can act as an earlyContinue Reading

The US dollar saw a change in direction this week as focus shifted from interest rate expectations to growing global risks. Strong economic data supported early gains, but renewed trade tensions and geopolitical uncertainty prompted a more cautious market outlook. Dollar slips as risk sentiment overtakes policy focus The US dollar saw a modest retreatContinue Reading

Understanding drawdown is crucial for every trader, as it provides insight into the potential risks and losses associated with a trading strategy. Drawdown refers to the decline in an account’s balance from its peak to the lowest point during a specific period. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced trader, knowing how to manage drawdownContinue Reading

Dear Client, Please note that the dividends of the following products will be adjusted accordingly. Index dividends will be executed separately through a balance statement directly to your trading account, and the comment will be in the following format “Div & Product Name & Net Volume”. Please refer to the table below for more details:Continue Reading

Investor caution is building in Japan as markets await the Bank of Japan’s policy decision amid ongoing global trade tensions. With inflation expectations in focus and export risks still in play, traders are holding back, keeping the market in a narrow, uncertain range. Markets mixed as Bank of Japan decision nears Japanese equities closed Wednesday’sContinue Reading

Gamma squeezes are one of the most exciting and volatile phenomena in the stock market. When triggered, they can lead to dramatic price movements, creating significant opportunities for traders to capitalize on. But what exactly is a gamma squeeze? How does it happen, and what can traders do to navigate these intense market conditions? InContinue Reading

Dear Client, Please note that the dividends of the following products will be adjusted accordingly. Index dividends will be executed separately through a balance statement directly to your trading account, and the comment will be in the following format “Div & Product Name & Net Volume”. Please refer to the table below for more details:Continue Reading

Dear Client, To provide our valued clients with an enhanced trading environment, VT Markets will adjust certain trading conditions for ECN account on August 2, 2025: Friendly reminder: 1.All account settings stay the same except for the above adjustments. 2.All account types now have the same Stop-Out and Margin Call Level. If you’d like moreContinue Reading

Trade tensions and political uncertainty have weighed on the euro this week, while the US dollar gained strength on safe-haven demand and renewed global engagement. With central bank guidance and policy risks in focus, EUR/USD remains under pressure. Euro under renewed pressure The euro struggled to recover this week following Monday’s sharp 1.3% decline –Continue Reading

In the world of trading, having the right tools to assess market trends and price movements is essential. One such powerful tool is VWAP (Volume Weighted Average Price), an indicator that provides a real-time average price of an asset, factoring in both its price and the volume of trades. Whether you’re a day trader lookingContinue Reading