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Trading the News: What You Should Know

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Political and economic news are the main sources of fluctuations in the global stock market. Even rumors of events such as decreasing interest rates in central banks, litigation between the governments and large companies, a sudden rise in inflation and unemployment, or a deterioration in the international situation always cause outrage on the exchanges.

News trading basics

First of all, you must always have economic and financial calendars at hand.

The main principle of trading news is finding the event that can have a significant impact on the specific market. Usually, the events in the economic calendars are sorted by importance. The more important the event, the higher volatility you can expect after the publication.

The market reacts differently to different news: the prices may rise or fall. If you have basic knowledge of the country’s economy and can predict an unemployment rate, an industrial production index, or refinance rates for the next few days, it makes sense to sell assets at a profitable price (because tomorrow they may become cheaper) or buy some more of them.

This is similar to the reaction of investors before the payout of dividends and after the biggest corporate scandals that cause stocks to rise or fall. In macroeconomic terms, much depends on the country:

  • Forex news trading in the UK is usually associated with the retail price and sales growth, Bank of England statements and unemployment rate, as well as GDP and CPI growth.
  • The top economic indicators for the German economy are ZEW (Indicator of Economic Sentiment) and IFO (Business Climate Index), which represent the aggregate indicators. European Central Bank announcements also have resonance.
  • The most popular news topics in the USA, Canada, New Zealand, and Australia are unemployment rate, consumer price index, refinance rate, GDP, and CPI.

It is very important to track the news to know when a particular publication will be posted and which trading instruments it will affect. Thus, you can make the decisions in advance and even place pending orders to open long or short positions.

When trading the news, you should consider the following aspects:

  • choose only a strong currency pair that can affect a specific event;
  • the transaction should be carried out in the currency of the country that contributed to the news release;
  • it is recommended to analyze the economic calendar and add notes to transactions every week;
  • check the watch every minute, as it helps to assess the current market situation and publish the news without delay.

Compliance with the above recommendations allows you to minimize losses and earn a steady income from trading Forex news.

The NBU approved updated rules for the LEO International Payment System

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The National Bank of Ukraine has approved new rules for the proper operation of the LEO International Payment System. Here are the most significant changes:

  • Introduction of the Supervisory Board of the LEO International Payment System.
  • The opportunity to collaborate with companies that have received a gambling license issued by the Gambling and lotteries regulation commission in Ukraine.
  • The introduction of a non-bank technology of money transfers in the framework of cooperation with the participants of the international payments system. Such technology offers the possibility to abandon paper documents for initiating transfers, as well as allows to use such advanced and innovative technologies as the handwritten signature on the screen of an electronic device with a touch screen.
  • Other critical changes in the field of financial monitoring.

“In 2021, our international payment system has shown a significant growth: both in terms of turnover and the number of transactions. Our further development and scaling required structural changes in management and expansion of opportunities to collaborate with new participants,” said the head of the LEO International Payment System,Alona Shevtsova.

According to the statistics on the activity of money transfer systems in Ukraine in the first half of 2021, the LEO International Payment System working under the “LeoGaming Pay” payment brand, holds its position in the Top-4 of the largest payment systems in the country.

Just for the 8 months of 2021, the turnover of the LEO international payment system increased by 126% compared to the same period in 2020. The number of transactions registered in the payment system increased by 58% compared to 8 months of the previous year.

Within the frames of cooperation between LEO and MasterCard in Ukraine, the country’s first non-cash parking payment application called Parking UA, as well as the LeoBot first payment messenger bot were created in Ukraine.

According to the LEO International Payment System, in 2021 the company began to actively work with international money transfers due to an increase in the number of participants and access to new markets.

We would like to remind the audience, that already in March 2021, the LEO International Payment System was introduced by The National Bank of Ukraine in the category of important payment systems in Ukraine. Already in June, the third President of Ukraine Viktor Yushchenko became the head of its Supervisory Board. In September 2021, the LeoGaming Pay financial company that acts as the payment organization of LEO International Payment System reinvested the operating profit for the 2nd quarter in the domestic government bonds.

It is worth noting that currently, the LEO International Payment System consists of 23 participants, including four commercial banks, as well as 19 of the largest non-bank financial institutions in Ukraine. In addition, in 2021, the company became a member of the MasterCard and Visa payment systems.

Experts and financiers compare and note the similarity of the dynamics of the development and achievements of the LEO international payment system with foreign payment systems and fintech companies such as PaySend, Skrill, and many others. 

For example, in just 4 years since its foundation, PaySend has already served more than 4 million customers and 17,000 small and medium-sized enterprises and operates in more than 60 countries around the world, while the number of recipient countries exceeds 110.

PaySend currently supports connections between 12 billion cards worldwide via Mastercard, Visa, China UnionPay, and local payment systems.

A Short Guide on Currency Pairs on Forex

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When it comes to executing the first trade, one often gets confused about which currency pair to choose. The point is that there are dozens of available majors, minors, and exotic pairs that vary in spreads, liquidity, volatility, and other aspects. Making the right decision is a real challenge when one does not have much experience or knowledge under one’s belt.

What Does a Currency Pair Mean?

It is a pair of assets, one of which is sold or bought at the price of another. The currency, which is indicated the first on the left, is called a base currency, and another one is referred to as a quote currency. A base currency is the one, which is actually bought or sold. And a quote currency serves as a price. For example, if you see the following pair USD/EUR=1.16, that means that you can buy 1 American dollar for 1.16 euros.

Which Currency Pairs Are the Best to Trade?

In general, there are three types of currency pairs:

·   Majors. These include exclusively national currencies belonging to the most influential countries in the world. Namely, the USA, Canada, the European Union, the United Kingdom, Switzerland, Japan, New Zealand, Australia. Another important detail ― they always include American dollars as either a base or a quote currency.

·   Minors (or crosses). That states for combinations of all the currencies from the previous group except for US dollars.

·   Exotic pairs. This term is used for pairs including national currencies of developing countries. In most cases, they consist of one currency from majors and another exotic one. However, that is not obligatory.

Still, the question is left ― “Which currency pair to select?”. Most experts insist that both beginners and experienced traders should focus on majors in the first place. This type is characterized by the highest demand among traders and the lowest spreads. Besides, it is much easier for a trader to find relevant statistics and forecasts concerning majors. And the least popular group is exotic currency pairs as they are characterized by the lowest liquidity and the highest spreads. It is the hardest variant to earn from as their prices can stay unchanged for months and even years.

Short Instructions on How to Withdraw Money from Robinhood

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The popularity of the investment platform Robinhood surpasses a record high. Thus, more and more traders are interested in how to use it and how to withdraw money from it.

First, let us explain what Robinhood is. It is a source that offers an extensive selection of investment and financial services, including trading cryptocurrencies, stocks, options, equities, ETFs. One of the priorities of this company is the comfort and convenience of users. So, they offer easy access to their services via both web and mobile platforms, absence of commissions for trades, user-friendly interfaces. The withdrawing procedure is also fully intuitive.

How to Withdraw Money from Robinhood?

1. Go to the website and log in if needed.

2. Open the menu and find “Withdrawal funds”.

3. Choose a sum, a suitable method, and a bank account, to which you want to receive money (note that they do not provide transfers to debit and credit cards or online wallets).

4. Confirm the procedure.

If you prefer using a mobile app, the guidelines will be quite similar. To order a transfer, open “Account” ― “Transfers” ― “Transfer to Your Bank”.

Speaking about the terms, processing such requests takes 1 business day. One must be ready that additional verification may also be required.

And as for commissions, ACH withdrawals are provided for free, for wire transactions, users are charged $25, and international transfers are the most expensive ― $50.

By the way, for the sake of convenience, they also offer an option of withdrawal cancellation. It is available in the tab “History”.

In conclusion, Robinhood is a platform, which is designed for hassle-free investment. So, you will probably face no difficulties while earning from it or receiving your income. Still, in case of any problems, you can refer to detailed guidelines on their website or just contact the support team.

Disruptive marketplace ‘Add to Cart’ enters the UK e-commerce industry

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Independent businesses across the country are set for a post-pandemic boost thanks to a new type of marketplace that’s taking a fresh approach to e-commerce.

In the past, entrepreneurs starting out on their own have had little choice but to engage with the big hitters: Amazon, eBay and similar online marketplaces. But over the years, it’s become apparent that these platforms are not designed with sellers in mind. Instead, they charge high commissions and fees while cornering every market under the sun, leaving independent sellers out in the cold.

Now, all that is set to change thanks to a revolutionary new concept called Add to Cart. The brainchild of Cardiff-based entrepreneur Tej Randeva, the platform evolved out of a desire to help struggling businesses to navigate the pitfalls of COVID-19. Working in the leisure industry, Randeva saw first-hand the impact of the pandemic on livelihoods across the country and wanted to create something that would help companies branch out into the world of ecommerce.

The result is Add to Cart: a seller-focused marketplace that supports entrepreneurs and independent businesses looking to make it big – on their own terms. Unlike existing marketplaces, Add to Cart works alongside sellers’ existing ecommerce platforms, increasing sales while allowing them to retain the autonomy that makes them unique.

“We wanted to build something that would help independent businesses without taking away any of their control,” Randeva explains. “Other big marketplaces hold customers hostage, managing sales without sharing vital customer data with their sellers. But with Add to Cart, you’ve got access to everything, making it easier to foster lasting relationships between customer and brand.”

But while Add to Cart certainly gains points for transparency and ease of use, what really sets it apart is its clever use of expert SEO and marketing techniques. For many entrepreneurs, it can feel impossible to compete with the big names – and their even bigger budgets. But sellers signed up to Add to Cart will benefit from the platform’s back-end marketing expertise, catapulting their products into the spotlight like never before.

“It’s not always easy for independent businesses to master marketing and get good enough to compete with the pros,” Randeva continues. “So we’ve designed a platform that will give their products a much-needed boost, getting them to the top of internet rankings and exposing them to a whole new network of potential customers.”

Add to Cart, then, is all about helping entrepreneurs to reach their true potential without parting with huge amounts of cash – ideal for those just getting started or businesses struggling in the post-pandemic world. In fact, sellers using Randeva’s platform pay just a low ten percent commission on any sales, with no expensive sign-up or subscription fees. Merchants can sign up using the official Add to Cart Shopify app and get started within 10 minutes.

And it’s a formula that looks set to be a winner. At the end of the platform’s trial period, there were already over 100 sellers and more than 80,000 products listed, covering everything from food and drink to clothing, boutique crafts and more. Moving forwards, Randeva hopes to scale up the platform and roll it out across the U.S., Canada, Australia, India and Europe, creating opportunities for entrepreneurs around the world.

For more information visit www.addtocart.co.uk

New Cryptocurrency HUH Token Aims To Empower Crypto-Traders

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The popularity of the cryptocurrency market has been on the bull run over the last few months and has shown prospects of continued popularity in the investing world. More and more people are discovering the unlimited possibilities to make a lot of money investing in crypto, which is a major contributing factor to the rapid rise in popularity.

However, just as it’s possible to rake in huge sums of money from crypto, it is also possible to lose a lot of money. However, there is nothing to worry about there as the latter happens typically when an individual doesn’t have adequate knowledge of the crypto market before trading or investing.

Therefore, if you want to invest in crypto, ensure you make well informed decisions, especially now that there are more-than-ever cryptocurrencies available in the market to choose from. Now, the big question is, how do you make a smart crypto investment decision?

A new meme cryptocurrency, HUH token, operating on the Binance Smart Chain Network, has just been recently launched with 888,000,000,000 tokens in total supply. Without exaggerating, HUH is the first crypto token that will empower social investors to make money from their social media photos and posts. The team is building a decentralized finance project on Blockchain technology to modernize traditional financing and create a source of passive income for social crypto investors.

HUH is a yield-generating smart contract on the Binance Smart Chain that rewards the community with redistributed BNB and HUH tokens.

This token also features a static rewards system implemented basically to encourage network users to HODL the token for a longer period, thereby minimizing the risk of major price fluctuations caused by swing trades. Besides, the referral system ultimately grows the community and community members’ wallets exponentially.

According to HUH’s whitepaper, “Once an individual is referred using a referral code, the Referrer benefits by receiving a 10% redistribution of BNB on the initial purchase of the Referee. Both the Referrer and Referee receive a permanently reduced sell tax from 20% to 10%.”

“Should the Referee then refer to a further individual to also benefit from this program, the initial person in the chain also receives a 2% reward from the purchase of the third person referred. This is capped at the third individual.”

In addition, all rewards earned are automatically distributed without the need for any further actions, such as staking, farming, etc.

Trading HUH also features a 15% tax on buy orders and a 20% tax on sell orders. Selling is intentionally made expensive by the creators to discourage dumping and ensure the price stability of the cryptocurrency. Once the token is launched next week, you will be able to buy HUH Token on PancakeSwap.

Follow HUH Token on their Socials before they Launch:

Website: https://huh.social 

Twitter: https://twitter.com/HuhToken 

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/huhToken/ 

Telegram: https://t.me/HUHTOKEN 

Things you must do before a property valuation

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If you’re thinking about selling your home, the first step is to figure out how much it’ll sell for. We urge that you receive a professional assessment of what your property is worth, especially because few estate agents like Leaders offer a free pre-sale appraisal service, known as a “valuation”. To know the accurate valuation of your property, request a free property valuation with Leaders. Also when you’re considering selling, there are a few things you should do to make the most of your valuation. Read on to know more

Do your homework

You can do some research before any agency visits the property to conduct the valuation. Websites like Zoopla and Rightmove allow you to look for the sale prices of previously sold properties in your neighbourhood, giving you an approximate indication of how much your home might sell for.

Get Rid of the Clutter!

A good old-fashioned spring clean may completely transform the appearance of your home. Tidying up and getting rid of unnecessary clutter allows an appraiser to see the entire property and gives them the best idea of what your home is worth.

Pay attention to Property’s Exterior

It’s easy to overlook the outside aspects of your home, yet they’re frequently the first impression a potential buyer will have of it. To get the best price, keep the outdoor areas neat and tidy.

Preparation is Crucial

Make a list of questions you’d like to ask the estate agent’s appraiser before they come to see your home. If you’ve made any changes or improvements to the property, tell the appraiser about them. Valuers will consider, among other things, the price at which you purchased the property, so knowing what has been done to improve the property since then will aid them in determining a precise value.

Get Right to the Point

All estate agents charge different fees, yet this isn’t necessarily because they do more for you! Solicit clarification from your agent as to what he or she will do to advertise your home, how that marketing package will boost your visibility to potential purchasers, and a documented breakdown of all selling costs. This enables you to compare like-for-like properties and select the finest estate agent for your needs.

How to Present Your Home

Allow the appraiser to take a thorough look at the property. You don’t have to “sell” the property to the appraiser; they’re just attempting to figure out how much it’ll sell for on the open market. Save any questions you have for the end of the valuation; the agent may have already answered most of them by the time you get there!

Allow Plenty of Time

For each valuation meeting, set aside roughly an hour of undisturbed time. Every agency is unique, so make sure you’ve covered all of your bases before signing on the dotted line!

Be honest with yourself.

Everyone wants their home to be valued as high as possible. It is the valuer’s responsibility to provide you with the most accurate estimate of what your property is worth on the open market in current market conditions. If you don’t agree with the price, ask the agent to explain why; they should be able to provide similar data to back up their claim.

Increase the amount of natural light in the room

If a property has a lot of natural light, it’s something that estate agents like to emphasise on many property listings. To fill your home with the sun’s beautiful beams, though, you don’t need enormous, double-aspect windows. To greatly improve the appearance of your home’s interior, simply ensure that all of your curtains and blinds are open, and that nothing is obstructing the windows in your property.

Plant some flowers.

To follow up on the last advice, try pruning any hedges in front of your windows to allow more light into the home while also tidying up the outdoor area. You can always add colour with a variety of flowers, cut the lawn, paint worn-out fences, and relocate any cars that impede the view of the property to help clean up your garden and make your house look great from the outside. A clean outside space serves to highlight your upkeep of the house, letting guests know that the property has been well looked after, in the same way that sprucing up the insides does.

8 Foods and Drinks That Will Stain Your Teeth

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You may be too familiar with the effects of some of these stain-inducing foods and drinks. Tea and red wine are two of the worst things you can drink for your teeth. We’re not going to say that you should cut everything out of your diet, instead you could opt to make healthy swaps to protect your teeth and gums. 

The most common foods that will stain your teeth

Foods and drinks which contain tannin can make your teeth discolour quicker, so be aware that if you’re eating or drinking one of these things in excess, you might want to reduce your intake of it.

Tea and coffee

They’re not ‘foods’, but tea and coffee are commonly drunk by a lot of people so it’s important to mention. Both of these liquids contain tannin, which stains your teeth. Although tea is often deemed healthier than coffee, some studies have suggested that black tea may actually be more staining than coffee.

Tomato sauces

Tomato sauce may taste great on pasta, but it isn’t too good for your teeth. The deep coloured red of the tomato can easily stain your teeth. If you are eating a tomato sauce, then a good idea is to brush your teeth afterwards to ensure the red sauce doesn’t linger on your enamel.

Red wine

Again, it’s not food. But, if you were to ask someone what is the most stain inducing liquid – they would probably say red wine. Red wine has a dark colour and is extremely acidic, so it’s no surprise that this liquid can easily stain your teeth.

Beetroot

Although you should eat your vegetables, beetroot can be problematic for your teeth. You’ve probably handled a beetroot before, and if you have, you’ll know how staining beetroot is. So imagine what that’s doing to your teeth!

Curry

Most curries have extremely strong colouring, especially yellow colouring, which can latch onto the enamel of your teeth and make them appear yellower than they are.

Balsamic vinegar

Eating vinegar isn’t good for your teeth because of its acidic properties, but it’s also bad for your teeth because of its deep pigmentation which can lead to additional staining.

Berries

Berries like cherries, blueberries, blackberries and raspberries can stain your teeth. So can any sauces or pies which are primarily made out of berries. If you eat these in excess, try swapping them with lighter coloured fruits, like white grapes or apples.

Soy sauce

Soy sauce is extremely tasty with sushi or in a stir-fry. However, it’s a dark coloured liquid which, as you can probably guess by now, will stain your teeth.

What can I do about stained teeth?

There are steps you can take to prevent your teeth from staining, it’s not all doom and gloom.

Cut back on these foods and drinks

It’s about weighing up the benefits and drawbacks of drinking and eating particular foods and drinks. If you’re eating berries for other health benefits, like to get your five a day in, then you might not want to cut back on eating these foods. However, if you’re eating them for the sake of it, then make the swap to a different type of fruit.

Use a straw to drink staining liquids

By sipping staining liquids through a straw, it limits the amount of contact time that the liquid has with your teeth. This is a good idea if you like to drink coffee every day.

The key is to rinse and brush after eating staining foods

Poor oral hygiene is the number one cause of stained teeth. These foods can cause staining, but if you brush your teeth or rinse your mouth afterwards, this can be avoided. It’s a good idea to wait around thirty minutes to an hour before brushing or rinsing your mouth after eating. If you can’t get to a toothbrush, sugar-free chewing gum is the next best option. This way, you can enjoy the best of both worlds – you can eat the food that you want to eat, but you can also keep your teeth as healthy and white as they can be.

Why Should You Try an Expert Advisor?

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Although trading is widely promoted as an activity accessible to everyone, regardless of the education, in practice, to earn from Forex, one must have certain knowledge and skills. However, most traders don’t have much free time for self-education, due to a regular full-time job. Thus, they search for special instruments, which will help them make trading decisions.

And the most popular choice in such situations is a Forex Expert Advisor (another name ― a robot advisor). As you have probably guessed, it is a software product designed to provide recommendations on trading. How does it work? A user sets parameters, depending on his needs, then, the program analyzes the current market situation and statistics and gives advice on optimal inputs on entry and exit points. Also, if needed, such a program can be set to fully automate the trading process, for example, in case a trader does not have free time to execute trades in a manual mode and seeks passive income only.

5 Reasons to Use an Expert Advisor:

1. One does not need to spend time studying varied trading strategies and schemes.

2. One saves time on market analysis and makes decisions much quicker.

3. Backtesting is 100% accurate.

4. Such a program provides recommendations based on statistics only. It is a real find for those traders who have difficulties in holding their emotions under control under high-volatility conditions or in other stressful situations.

5. A trader can earn from Forex passively at minimum time expense if he wants.

To sum up, an Expert Advisor is a tool, which can make a trader’s life much easier. So, if you haven’t used it yet, be sure to make a try. Still, you had better start from a demo version to see how everything works and make sure you have chosen the right program.

The UK’s love affair with street food!

It wasn’t so long ago that the UK didn’t really do street food.  Fortunately though, things have changed and street food is now big business for Brits.

The COVID-19 pandemic put a spin on the way we eat out, with indoor venues having shut their doors. Business entrepreneurs spotted the opportunity to cut their rental costs significantly, attract new customers, and literally be at the market forefront by going mobile. Consumers are in favour of this trend, as 50% are buying street food at least once a week, according to a 2016 report.

Since this is a fairly new concept, many people are wondering how to go about serving meals on wheels. Here, Vauxhall van leasing company Van Ninja has put together an in-depth guide on starting a street food business from start to finish.

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