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HFM, formerly known as HotForex, is an award winning multi asset broker, providing trading services and facilities to both retail and institutional clients. HFM is a unified brand name of the HF Markets Group which encompasses internationally-licensed entities. The group was established in 2010 as an online #forex and commodities broker offering various account options, trading software and trading tools to deliver optimum trading conditions to individuals, Fund Managers and institutional customers. Retail, Introducing Brokers and White Label clients have the opportunity to access interbank spreads and liquidity via state-of-the-art automated trading platforms.Risk Warning: Trading Leveraged Products such as Forex and Derivatives may not be suitable for all investors as they carry a high degree of risk to your capital. Please ensure that you fully understand the risks involved, taking into account your investments objectives and level of experience, before trading, and if necessary, seek independent advice. Please read the full Risk Disclosure.Disclaimer: This material is provided as a general marketing communication for information purposes only and does not constitute an independent investment research. Nothing in this communication contains, or should be considered as containing, an investment advice or an investment recommendation or a solicitation for the purpose of buying or selling of any financial instrument. All information provided is gathered from reputable sources and any information containing an indication of past performance is not a guarantee or reliable indicator of future performance. Users acknowledge that any investment in Leveraged Products is characterized by a certain degree of uncertainty and that any investment of this nature involves a high level of risk for which the users are solely responsible and liable. We assume no liability for any loss arising from any investment made based on the information provided in this communication. This communication must not be reproduced or further distributed without our prior written permission.All data and references for the above were obtained from the following sources (unless otherwise specified): HotForex Analysis (various articles), HotForex Economic Calendar, and the MT4 platform.

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Improve Your Trading Plan

April 17, 2024 13:00 - 1 hour - 102 MB

Most traders believe the trading plan is more important than the strategy. A trader can have a good strategy but a bad trading plan resulting in an “unsuccessful” trader. A bad strategy with a good trading plan can result in a “profitable” trader. Join our webinar where we look at the following: •What is wrong with my trading plan? •Trading mindset •Turn your trading plan into a business plan Disclaimer: This material is provided as a general marketing communication for information purpose...

Advanced Swing Trading Strategy

April 17, 2024 13:00 - 1 hour - 123 MB

What is your favourite swing trading strategy? Join Andria today as she explains 10 swing trading strategies using a combination of some of the most popular technical analysis indictors that can be applied to all markets and all-time frames. Learn also:  •Entry and exit points  •Stop loss  •Q&A Disclaimer: This material is provided as a general marketing communication for information purposes only and does not constitute an independent investment research. Nothing in this communication con...

Strategy – Short Term Entries and Exits!

April 11, 2024 08:00 - 1 hour - 100 MB

Step by step instructions on how to easily use this “trend-based” strategy. This webinar will cover the following: •Avoiding bad habits – selling when high + buying when low.  •The signal, indicators, and triggers.  •Targets depending on your success rate.  Disclaimer: This material is provided as a general marketing communication for information purposes only and does not constitute an independent investment research. Nothing in this communication contains, or should be considered as cont...

Margin, Leverage, Swaps: Trading essentials decoded.

April 09, 2024 14:00 - 1 hour - 118 MB

Leverage and margin offer potential for greater returns or heightened losses with minimal investment. Discover how they work in our webinar. Learn also:  •What is margin? •What is leverage? •What you should know about swaps  Disclaimer: This material is provided as a general marketing communication for information purposes only and does not constitute an independent investment research. Nothing in this communication contains, or should be considered as containing, an investment advice or a...

Forex Order Blocks

April 03, 2024 13:00 - 1 hour - 85.5 MB

Order block is a market behaviour that indicates order collection from financial institutions and banks. Prominent financial institutes and central banks drive the forex market. It’s important for traders to know what they are doing in the market. In this webinar you will learn:  •What is the Order Block? •How Does Order Block Trading Works? •Q & A Disclaimer: This material is provided as a general marketing communication for information purposes only and does not constitute an independent...

Scalpers' trade management rules

March 28, 2024 07:00 - 1 hour - 96.2 MB

Learn how a scalper can benefit from clear trade management rules. Our analyst Andria explores how alternative approaches to trade management will impact your trading and when different approaches should be applied. In this webinar: • Learn what trade management is • Discover different approaches on trade management • Learn when certain kinds of trade management should be applied Disclaimer: This material is provided as a general marketing communication for information purposes only and do...

Scalping Strategies for CFDs!

March 20, 2024 07:00 - 1 hour - 108 MB

This webinar will look at a new scalping strategy which looks to enter and exit within a short period. The strategy will include the following: •Indicators •Price action  •Price sentiment Disclaimer: This material is provided as a general marketing communication for information purposes only and does not constitute an independent investment research. Nothing in this communication contains, or should be considered as containing, an investment advice or an investment recommendation or a soli...

Trading Basics

March 14, 2024 15:00 - 1 hour - 111 MB

Join HFM's webinar where our analyst, Michalis, will be covering the “basics” of trading including:  •Trading Terms  •Analysis basics •Strategies & orders Disclaimer: This material is provided as a general marketing communication for information purposes only and does not constitute an independent investment research. Nothing in this communication contains, or should be considered as containing, an investment advice or an investment recommendation or a solicitation for the purpose of buyin...

Advanced FX Trading Strategies

March 12, 2024 15:00 - 1 hour - 102 MB

Andria looks at Price Action vs. Mean Reversion and explains how the two types of currency trading strategies can be combined successfully.  •Understand why Bollinger Bands are one of the most powerful trading tools •Discover Chart Formations such as Channel Surfer, Waterfall, Breakout and Hummingbird •Learn how to integrate the two strategies into your FX trading Disclaimer: This material is provided as a general marketing communication for information purposes only and does not constitut...

Position Sizing: Scaling In and Scaling Out

March 06, 2024 13:00 - 1 hour - 96.9 MB

One of the difficulties which investors encounter is what trade size to open and at which price. Scaling in and out can assist in mitigating the risk relate to the price as well as the trade size. Join today’s webinar for beginners-intermediates to find out more:  •What is scaling in and scaling out of positions •Position sizing rules  •Q&A  Disclaimer: This material is provided as a general marketing communication for information purposes only and does not constitute an independent invest...

Alternative Indicator Strategy

March 06, 2024 13:00 - 1 hour - 104 MB

In this webinar, we examine some often overlooked, alternative indicators that provide a different approach to momentum. Find out how to use these less-common indicators, see how they compare to others, and why it's good to use different indicators. This webinar will discuss: •The Williams Percent Range indicator •The Commodity Channel Index (CCI) and how it’s not really about commodities at all. •Q&A Disclaimer: This material is provided as a general marketing communication for informatio...

Risk Management for Beginners

February 29, 2024 16:00 - 1 hour - 98.5 MB

Risk management can be difficult to understand, and many traders do not know how to apply it to their trading. This webinar will gather specific risk management elements appropriate for beginners as well as how to implement. Learn also:   •The aim of a successful Risk Management set-up.  •Risk Management tools and techniques.  •The truth about Diversification, hedging and risk management.  Disclaimer: This material is provided as a general marketing communication for information purposes o...

Earnings Season Review

February 23, 2024 09:00 - 1 hour - 95.1 MB

Earnings reports have not failed to create volatility amongst the US and European stock market. This webinar will review earnings so far, reports to come and how the stock market may develop in the coming months. Learn also:  •What is an Earnings report •Earnings Season  •Stock market and earnings season   Disclaimer: This material is provided as a general marketing communication for information purposes only and does not constitute an independent investment research. Nothing in this commu...

How to Use RSI

February 20, 2024 15:00 - 1 hour - 91.9 MB

Andria, our Market Analyst, as she explains the background, how to apply and why the Relative Strength Index is so popular with Technical Analysts and traders across all time frames: •The best settings and market types for RSI •RSI - Support & Resistance •RSI - Divergence, Trends and Turning points Disclaimer: This material is provided as a general marketing communication for information purposes only and does not constitute an independent investment research. Nothing in this communication...

Analysis of Current Market Trends

February 15, 2024 15:00 - 53 minutes - 74 MB

Our market analyst, Michalis, will analyse the current trends in the forex, stocks, and commodities markets. This webinar will look at the following: •Technical analysis of current trends.  •Fundamental analysis of current trends.  •Key price levels within each trend and well as breakout levels.  Disclaimer: This material is provided as a general marketing communication for information purposes only and does not constitute an independent investment research. Nothing in this communication c...

Money Management Strategies

February 14, 2024 09:00 - 1 hour - 123 MB

Money management is an essential skill for traders. Learn how to manage your capital and risk effectively in this informative webinar with market Analyst Andria. This webinar will cover the key money management concepts all traders should know, such as: •Price action vs. mean reversion in risk management •Setting risk levels in forex •Currency trading dangers Disclaimer: This material is provided as a general marketing communication for information purposes only and does not constitute an ...

Risk & Money Management: An Essential Topic

February 07, 2024 14:00 - 1 hour - 99.8 MB

Risk and Money Management are two of the most essential trading principles every trader must know and use. Join Andria for this informative webinar where you will gain an understanding of these fundamentals, learn how to apply them, get your questions answered and more as she explains:  •Some simple rules and principles •The Art of the Stop Loss and Take Profit •Thinking differently – it’s a marathon, not a sprint Disclaimer: This material is provided as a general marketing communication f...

Avoiding False Breakouts

February 06, 2024 14:00 - 1 hour - 93.1 MB

Breakouts are one of the key areas where traders attempt to determine the next price movement, but “false breakouts” can make this difficult. This webinar will look at how traders can avoid or limit the disadvantages of false breakouts.  •Why are false breakouts an issue to traders. •False breakout patterns. •Breakout price measurements.  Disclaimer: This material is provided as a general marketing communication for information purposes only and does not constitute an independent investmen...

Trading Journal + Improving Your Trades

February 01, 2024 07:00 - 53 minutes - 73.6 MB

A trading journal is a log that you can use to record your trades, the outcome, success rate and examine how you are trading. By doing so traders have a better understanding of how they can improve their analysis. As part of this webinar, Michalis, will cover the following: •Trade journals •Amending your exits •Success rate VS Ratios Disclaimer: This material is provided as a general marketing communication for information purposes only and does not constitute an independent investment res...

Trading with Fractals

February 01, 2024 07:00 - 1 hour - 105 MB

In this webinar, Andria as she explains the benefits and limitations of trading with Fractals. Get all your questions answered about how these unique indicators can help you identify many different trends and market movements, including: •Market Reversals and Breakouts  •Stop Loss Areas •Price Action Disclaimer: This material is provided as a general marketing communication for information purposes only and does not constitute an independent investment research. Nothing in this communicati...

FOMC and BoE in Focus as Markets Navigate Shifting Tides

January 29, 2024 15:00 - 4 minutes - 5.57 MB

Tune in to HFM Podcasts🎙️ as our Market Analyst Andria Pichidi takes you through the key economic heavyweights which take center stage this week – the FOMC and the BoE. 🌏#FinancePodcast #FED #BOE #NFP Disclaimer: This material is provided as a general marketing communication for information purposes only and does not constitute an independent investment research. Nothing in this communication contains, or should be considered as containing, an investment advice or an investment recommendati...

How will Fundamentals Change in 2024?

January 17, 2024 14:00 - 1 hour - 93.9 MB

As most economists believe interest rates will not rise in 2024, how will investors use fundamental analysis? In this webinar, Michalis will cover the following: •Fundamental Analysis in 2023 VS 2024. •What will the key influential factor of 2024 be? •Live Market Analysis.  Disclaimer: This material is provided as a general marketing communication for information purposes only and does not constitute an independent investment research. Nothing in this communication contains, or should be c...

Simple Scalping Strategies

January 12, 2024 09:00 - 1 hour - 94.6 MB

Scalping is a strategy which involves making small trades at different prices throughout the day. As scalping is an ultra-short-term method of trading, Michalis, will look at how traders can use simple methods while using this methodology. The webinar will include: • Scalping and its advantages • Technical analysis and scalping. • Planning the trading session Disclaimer: This material is provided as a general marketing communication for information purposes only and does not constitute an ...

How to improve your Trading Mindset

January 12, 2024 09:00 - 1 hour - 104 MB

If you have problems with managing your risk or would like some help with disciplining your mind and emotions, then this is the session for you. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to improve your skills by learning how to turn your losses into lessons and other important basics as our Market Analyst discusses: • A few simple numbers you should know • The importance of emotional control • Maintaining your discipline Disclaimer: This material is provided as a general marketing communication ...

When Should you Consider Exiting Your Trades?

December 01, 2023 13:00 - 56 minutes - 78.3 MB

Perfecting your trade exit is just as important, if not more important than your trade entry. Most trading strategies focus on both the entry and the exit, but this webinar is specifically designed on how to improve your trade exit. This webinar will focus on the following: •The statistics behind your trade exit.  •Your trading plan VS your business plan. •Price action techniques and exit strategies. Disclaimer: This material is provided as a general marketing communication for information...

Trading the Volatility Index (VIX)

November 21, 2023 13:00 - 1 hour - 95.5 MB

Volatility Index, or VIX, is a market index that represents the markets expectation of 30-day forward-looking volatility. The price is derived from the SP500 index options and provides a measure of expected investor sentiment and market risk. In this webinar learn also about:  •VIX - How to use it and how to trade it  •VIX – Correlation,  Fear & Greed  •VIX and other markets  Disclaimer: This material is provided as a general marketing communication for information purposes only and does n...

Moving Averages

November 07, 2023 14:00 - 1 hour - 145 MB

In this webinar, our analyst Andria will talk about different types of MAs and some strategies to start trading with them. You will learn also:  - Exponential and smoothed MAs - The importance of the chosen period - Trend identification, MAs crossover, support/resistance function Disclaimer: This material is provided as a general marketing communication for information purposes only and does not constitute an independent investment research. Nothing in this communication contains, or shoul...

Interest Rates

October 03, 2023 14:00 - 1 hour - 85 MB

Join our analyst Marco in this webinar where he will explain more about what Interest Rates actually are and how they affect our lives. Learn also:  •Different types of interest rates •What exactly central banks control and how that spreads to the financial and real economy •Consequence in the lives of people, businesses and investors Disclaimer: This material is provided as a general marketing communication for information purposes only and does not constitute an independent investment re...

Price Action Masterclass

September 26, 2023 13:00 - 1 hour - 127 MB

In this session, we'll dive deep into understanding how price action works. We'll look at Price Action and Mean Reversion, the two types of currency trading strategies, and explain how they can be combined and successfully applied to your trading. •What is Price Action?  •What is Mean Reversion? •What are price action and mean reversion strategies? Disclaimer: This material is provided as a general marketing communication for information purposes only and does not constitute an independent...

Central Banks Hold Steady: BoE, SNB, and a Closer Look at the UK

September 22, 2023 12:00 - 12 minutes - 16.5 MB

BoE and SNB left interest rates on hold, against expectations for additional tightening in both the UK and Switzerland. Both central banks maintained a tightening bias, but the BoE in particular is now expected to peak much earlier than thought just a couple of months ago. Andria Pichidi Market Analyst Disclaimer: This material is provided as a general marketing communication for information purposes only and does not constitute an independent investment research. Nothing in this communic...

Mastering The MACD

September 12, 2023 14:00 - 1 hour - 103 MB

Are you struggling to identify reversal points or breakouts in the markets? Listen our webinar to find out more about the strengths and weaknesses of MACD indicator (Moving Average Convergence Divergence). •What is MACD? •How it works? •How to use it in your trading  Disclaimer: This material is provided as a general marketing communication for information purposes only and does not constitute an independent investment research. Nothing in this communication contains, or should be consider...

Trading with the Ichimoku Cloud

September 06, 2023 06:00 - 1 hour - 87.5 MB

Join our analyst Marco and discover all you need to know about this Japan-born indicator and how to use it for your daily trading. •Which are its constituents? •Which kind of signals can you get from its different lines? •Showcase real-life examples of Ichimoku's effectiveness in identifying trends, breakouts, and reversals Disclaimer: This material is provided as a general marketing communication for information purposes only and does not constitute an independent investment research. Not...

Heikin Ashi for Scalpers

August 29, 2023 13:00 - 1 hour - 111 MB

In this webinar Andria will demonstrate the power and simplicity of this great stand-alone indicator. This is the perfect opportunity for traders of all levels to find out how Heikin Ashi candles compare to normal candlesticks and how to use them for scalping, as she explains their benefits and other essential information such as: •What makes Heikin Ashi Candles different •Understanding the Candles, the wicks and their patterns •A strategy and trading signals for ALL timeframes Disclaimer:...

How to use ADX

August 22, 2023 12:00 - 59 minutes - 81.3 MB

Join our market analyst Marco in this webinar where he will talk about how to use the Average Directional Movement Index. In this webinar, you will also learn about:  •Estimating the trend strength •ADX combined with other indicators •ADX - Useful as an exit point signal Disclaimer: This material is provided as a general marketing communication for information purposes only and does not constitute an independent investment research. Nothing in this communication contains, or should be cons...

Spread Trading

August 01, 2023 13:00 - 59 minutes - 82 MB

In this webinar, our market analyst Marco will talk about the possibilities offered by opening positions on 2 instruments at the same time and profiting from the variation in their spread. Lean also:  •Possibility of working on timing •Possible stop-losses substitute •Less notional risk Disclaimer: This material is provided as a general marketing communication for information purposes only and does not constitute an independent investment research. Nothing in this communication contains, o...

Using Gaps To Your Trend Analysis

July 25, 2023 13:00 - 1 hour - 110 MB

Gaps represent the greatest imbalance between buyers and sellers. They can confirm a change in trend or affirm an acceleration of the current trend. In this webinar we will talk about how to use Gap identifying tools to enhance your trend analysis. Learn also:  •What is a Gap? •Gap analysis tools •Q&A Disclaimer: This material is provided as a general marketing communication for information purposes only and does not constitute an independent investment research. Nothing in this communicat...

ETFs

July 18, 2023 14:00 - 1 hour - 87.1 MB

In this webinar, our Market Analyst Marco where he will talk about how to diversify your portfolio and discover new opportunities through the use of these tools. You will learn also: •What ETFs are and how they are built •Access to different and unusual markets through ETFs •Target entire sectors with a balanced exposure Disclaimer: This material is provided as a general marketing communication for information purposes only and does not constitute an independent investment research. Nothin...

Banks Earning Season: JPMorgan, Citigroup, Wells Fargo

July 12, 2023 09:00 - 12 minutes - 17.3 MB

America’s bank conglomerates – JPMorgan, Citigroup and Wells Fargo – shall deliver their Q2 2023 earnings result this Friday (14th July) before market open. Lets have a look the fundamentals and techical analysis of these three giants. Disclaimer: This material is provided as a general marketing communication for information purposes only and does not constitute an independent investment research. Nothing in this communication contains, or should be considered as containing, an investment a...

How to Trade Market Gaps Strategies

July 12, 2023 07:00 - 1 hour - 125 MB

In this highly interactive session our Market Analyst Andria will explain market gaps and how to trade them on all time frames and assets classes. Learn also about:  •Market gaps – what are they and why they occur? •Types of market gaps •4 types of market gaps to identify & trade Disclaimer: This material is provided as a general marketing communication for information purposes only and does not constitute an independent investment research. Nothing in this communication contains, or shoul...

Interest Rates Futures

July 04, 2023 12:00 - 57 minutes - 78.6 MB

In this webinar, our Market Analyst Marco will talk about interest rate futures and how they are useful. Learn how to take advantage of their moves and track the overall market. Learn also:  • What is their link to bonds price and yields • Why they are widely traded • What features make them interesting Disclaimer: This material is provided as a general marketing communication for information purposes only and does not constitute an independent investment research. Nothing in this communic...

Gap Trading The Process & Strategies

June 27, 2023 13:00 - 1 hour - 98.8 MB

Join Andria as she will go through the theory behind gaps, the distinct types of gaps, and risk management strategies you can implement when using gaps to discover trading opportunities. In this webinar you will learn:  •What is gap trading?  •Different types of gaps •Gap trading strategies  Disclaimer: This material is provided as a general marketing communication for information purposes only and does not constitute an independent investment research. Nothing in this communication contai...

Improving your Risk Reward Ratio

June 20, 2023 13:00 - 56 minutes - 77.5 MB

Join our analyst Marco in this webinar where he will discuss how to optimize your planned entry and exit points of a trade as well as your overall results. Learn also: •Understanding the Win/Loss ratio •How to correctly identify your Stop Loss levels •Why sometimes is better to wait for your next trade idea Disclaimer: This material is provided as a general marketing communication for information purposes only and does not constitute an independent investment research. Nothing in this comm...

Stock Exchange: What it is and how to trade or invest

June 13, 2023 13:00 - 1 hour - 98.5 MB

In this webinar, Andria our market Analyst will describe the definition of the Stock Exchange and its functions and features. Learn also:  •The important functions of a Stock Exchange •What are the world’s major Stock Exchanges? • How to get started  Disclaimer: This material is provided as a general marketing communication for information purposes only and does not constitute an independent investment research. Nothing in this communication contains, or should be considered as containing,...

Understanding VIX

June 06, 2023 12:00 - 1 hour - 83.1 MB

In this webinar, our analyst Marco will talk about the Volatility Index, also known as the Fear Index, how it is calculated, its relationship to stock markets and how to get useful information from it. Learn also:  •What it is and how it is built •How it can help you understand the equity market •How to trade it Disclaimer: This material is provided as a general marketing communication for information purposes only and does not constitute an independent investment research. Nothing in this...

The power of MACD

May 30, 2023 13:00 - 1 hour - 95.5 MB

The MACD is a powerful and popular trading indicator. Join Stuart’s informative session today to find out why as he explains this useful tool, including how it can help with your trading decisions and everything else you need to know so you can get started with it today: •What it is and how to use it •How it helps with your analysis •Its strengths and weaknesses Disclaimer: This material is provided as a general marketing communication for information purposes only and does not constitute ...

Understanding Market Basics I

May 23, 2023 13:00 - 1 hour - 119 MB

In this 90-minute webinar, specially designed for NEW and inexperienced traders, Andria will outline the Market Basics including Supply & Demand, Fundamental & Technical analysis including some basic charts and market cycles:  •Basic Supply & Demand •How Fundamental and Technical Analysis differ •Price Charts, Market Cycles,  Trends  and Consolidations  Disclaimer: This material is provided as a general marketing communication for information purposes only and does not constitute an indepe...

US500 remains indecisive as Money Markets continue to grow

May 18, 2023 08:00 - 3 minutes - 5.29 MB

US500 is stuck in a tight range close to this year's highs. Waiting for a trend to resume, an interesting relationship with the growth of Money Market funds seems not to be in its favour Disclaimer: This material is provided as a general marketing communication for information purposes only and does not constitute an independent investment research. Nothing in this communication contains, or should be considered as containing, an investment advice or an investment recommendation or a solici...

How To Trade The Daily FX Options Expiry

May 16, 2023 14:00 - 58 minutes - 80.3 MB

Each trading day Option contracts expire, FX options normally expire at 10 am NY time (15:00 GMT). Join Stuart for this webinar as he explains how this key contract and time can impact FX traders as the time approaches. In this webinar you will learn about: •Vanilla and Barrier Options •Options, Orders, Flows and Liquidity •The London and other “Fix”  Disclaimer: This material is provided as a general marketing communication for information purposes only and does not constitute an independ...

Trading with Double Bollinger Bands

May 09, 2023 13:00 - 1 hour - 121 MB

Bollinger Bands are one of the most popular of all the technical indicators and are suitable for traders of all levels.  Andria will introduce the simple technique of double Bollinger bands and the Bollinger band squeeze. In this webinar, you will learn about: • Using double BBs to identify Tops & Bottoms • Using double BBs to determine Trend vs Range and new trends   • Using the BB squeeze  Disclaimer: This material is provided as a general marketing communication for information purposes...

Swing Trading Strategies I

May 03, 2023 08:00 - 1 hour - 138 MB

Join Stuart as he explains 3 simple to apply and test swing trading strategies using a combination of some of the most popular technical analysis indicators that can be applied to all markets and all time frames. This webinar includes clear rules for entry, exit and stop loss and also:  •Moving Averages & RSI  •Fibonacci Retracement & Stochastics  •ATR- Stop Loss & Target Setting  Disclaimer: This material is provided as a general marketing communication for information purposes only and d...