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Sep 29, 2025

Markets spent most of last week stuck between two narratives: inflation that remains stubbornly high and a Fed that finally made its first cut since late 2024. August’s PCE numbers came in as expected with core prices up 0.3% on the month, 2.7% YoY. Not exactly encouraging, but not worse than feared either. It was just enough to calm nerves after the cut, though investors were left second-guessing whether this was the start of an easing cycle or simply a cautious adjustment.

Sep 25, 2025

A decade ago, most traders barely used the term ESG. Fast-forward to today, and you can’t not know it. Every fund manager, every headline, every panel discussion seems to have those three letters tucked in somewhere. ESG – short for Environmental, Social and Governance.

Sep 24, 2025

Stock markets often move in waves – one sector cools as another heats up. It’s how markets rotate. Recently, the tech-heavy “Magnificent Seven” names have lost steam while cyclicals like energy and industrials have been rallying. This is why traders are eyeing relative strength charts. These charts show which sectors are outperforming and hint at who might lead next. For example, a recent analysis noted consumer discretionary and communications stocks are firmly in the “leading” quadrant on a relative rotation graph, whereas tech is rolling into “weakening” territory. Healthcare is meanwhile just beginning to climb from lagging to improving, suggesting its turn could be near.

Sep 24, 2025

“What is FX trading? Since it’s an investment, does it always come with risks? …” FX is an investment where you can gain significant returns if things go well, but at the same time, there is a risk of losses. In this article, we will clearly explain the basics of FX, as well as the balance between risks and returns.

Sep 23, 2025

Central banks finally look ready to ease up. After two years of aggressive hikes, rates are edging lower. The BoE has trimmed Bank Rate to 4% from 5.25%, the ECB has cut back to 2% from its peak of 4%, and the Fed followed with a reduction last week.

Sep 22, 2025

“I want to try Forex trading, but it looks complicated...” Have you ever thought that? In this article, we’ll explain FX step by step for beginners who want to start trading. We’ll cover what FX is, its basics, how to get started, and the key points to watch out for.

Sep 22, 2025

Markets finally got what they had been waiting months for – the Fed’s first rate cut since late 2024. The move arrived in a week where the data told two stories at once: inflation showed fresh signs of stickiness, but broader momentum looked soft enough to justify easing.

Sep 19, 2025

What does it take to win, whether it’s on the pitch or in the world of trading? The answer is the same: strategy, discipline, and preparation. Professional football players don’t just rely on chance when they step onto the pitch, every single pass, every formation, every moment is backed by training, analysis, and teamwork. Trading consists of similar practice before placing a trade. Our partnership with Liverpool FC isn’t just about global sponsorship, it’s about showing traders that success comes when you combine skill with the right support system, and with the right strategy, a trusted broker by your side, every trader can step into the markets like a champion. In this article, we are going to narrow down some key trading tips that every trader needs to know to be successful in the market, and how learning from the EC Markets x Liverpool FC sponsorship can actually help improve your trading skills.