These days, forex traders have a wealth of information at their disposal. Learning about the markets can be as simple as turning on the computer and searching for the information you require based on the keywords that you specify.
While Google can be a great tool for finding exactly what you are looking for, it’s not necessarily so good for discovering new and interesting things. Twitter on the other hand, has the potential to offer up new and relevant material that you would otherwise have missed.
Here are some words of wisdom taken directly from the Twitter universe:
Markets are like a car accident: One thing happens & everyone experiences it so differently that no one can agree on exactly what happened. @tradelikecasino
It's usually those who try to sound the smartest & say everyone else is 'dumb' that have been watching it pass them by. Price easy to follow @systemstrader95
i'd rather be long at the top then spend every day calling one… @systemstrader95
I think Social Media tends to overstate the normal pullbacks and DDs. Many still fighting '08 in their heads. @systemstrader95
The test of success is not what you do when you are on top. Success is how high you bounce when you hit bottom. -George S. Patton @caseystubbs
In trading you gotta be able to deal with the bad days more readily than the good days. @caseystubbs
Your ability to manage fear will dictate the level of success you can attain. @theRealKiyosaki
You should be learning how to USE RISK, not how to avoid it. @caseystubbs
China is closing a massive oil deal w/ Russia, taking advantage of the Ukraine conflict Smart, unlike our leaders. @realDonaldTrump
I love analysts that say stuff like,"I remain bullish on Eur/Usd unless 1.3400 is violated" - 400 pip hit will finally tip you off, huh? :) @bogartmaverick
To be great one must be humble. @neilpatel
Life will get in the way. Count on it. Be prepared for it. Maintain focus and press on towards your goal. @theRealKiyosaki
To succeed... You need to find something to hold on to, something to motivate you, something to inspire you - Tony Dorsett @knmtechnology
You take what the market gives you. Tight range out there. @BinaryOptionsU
Not all currency pairs are born equal. After New Zealand admitted currency intervention, it seems that nobody will stay out. @forexcrunch
Good leaders solve problems, keep it simple & stand up for what they believe in. What do you think makes a #leader? @richardbranson
“Buy the rumor, sell the news” cliché can be misleading. Real opportunity emerges once everything settles and the fast money trades out. @caseystubbs
While Google can be a great tool for finding exactly what you are looking for, it’s not necessarily so good for discovering new and interesting things. Twitter on the other hand, has the potential to offer up new and relevant material that you would otherwise have missed.
Here are some words of wisdom taken directly from the Twitter universe:
Markets are like a car accident: One thing happens & everyone experiences it so differently that no one can agree on exactly what happened. @tradelikecasino
It's usually those who try to sound the smartest & say everyone else is 'dumb' that have been watching it pass them by. Price easy to follow @systemstrader95
i'd rather be long at the top then spend every day calling one… @systemstrader95
I think Social Media tends to overstate the normal pullbacks and DDs. Many still fighting '08 in their heads. @systemstrader95
The test of success is not what you do when you are on top. Success is how high you bounce when you hit bottom. -George S. Patton @caseystubbs
In trading you gotta be able to deal with the bad days more readily than the good days. @caseystubbs
Your ability to manage fear will dictate the level of success you can attain. @theRealKiyosaki
You should be learning how to USE RISK, not how to avoid it. @caseystubbs
China is closing a massive oil deal w/ Russia, taking advantage of the Ukraine conflict Smart, unlike our leaders. @realDonaldTrump
I love analysts that say stuff like,"I remain bullish on Eur/Usd unless 1.3400 is violated" - 400 pip hit will finally tip you off, huh? :) @bogartmaverick
To be great one must be humble. @neilpatel
Life will get in the way. Count on it. Be prepared for it. Maintain focus and press on towards your goal. @theRealKiyosaki
To succeed... You need to find something to hold on to, something to motivate you, something to inspire you - Tony Dorsett @knmtechnology
You take what the market gives you. Tight range out there. @BinaryOptionsU
Not all currency pairs are born equal. After New Zealand admitted currency intervention, it seems that nobody will stay out. @forexcrunch
Good leaders solve problems, keep it simple & stand up for what they believe in. What do you think makes a #leader? @richardbranson
“Buy the rumor, sell the news” cliché can be misleading. Real opportunity emerges once everything settles and the fast money trades out. @caseystubbs
Editors’ Picks
EUR/USD treads water above 1.1850 amid thin trading
EUR/USD stays defensive but holds 1.1850 amid quiet markets in the European hours on Monday. The US Dollar is struggling for direction due to thin liquidity conditions as US markets are closed in observance of Presidents' Day.
GBP/USD flat lines as traders await key UK and US macro data
GBP/USD kicks off a new week on a subdued note and oscillates in a narrow range near 1.365 in Monday's European trading. The mixed fundamental backdrop warrants some caution for aggressive traders as the market focus now shifts to this week's important releases from the UK and the US.
USD/JPY extends Japan's weak Q4 GDP-inspired recovery to 153.25 area
The USD/JPY pair once again shows some resilience below the 200-day Exponential Moving Average on Monday and rebounds from the vicinity of the 38.2% Fibonacci retracement level of the April 2025 to January 2026 strong move up. The disappointing release of Japan's Q4 GDP print, along with a positive risk tone, undermines the safe-haven Japanese Yen.
Editors’ Picks
EUR/USD treads water above 1.1850 amid thin trading
EUR/USD stays defensive but holds 1.1850 amid quiet markets in the European hours on Monday. The US Dollar is struggling for direction due to thin liquidity conditions as US markets are closed in observance of Presidents' Day.
GBP/USD flat lines as traders await key UK and US macro data
GBP/USD kicks off a new week on a subdued note and oscillates in a narrow range near 1.365 in Monday's European trading. The mixed fundamental backdrop warrants some caution for aggressive traders as the market focus now shifts to this week's important releases from the UK and the US.
Gold slides below $5,000 amid USD uptick and positive risk tone; downside seems limited
Gold attracts fresh sellers at the start of a new week and reverses a part of Friday's strong move up of over $150 from sub-$4,900 levels. The commodity slides back below the $5,000 psychological mark during the Asian session, though the downside potential seems limited amid a combination of supporting factors.
Bitcoin, Ethereum and Ripple consolidate within key ranges as selling pressure eases
Bitcoin and Ethereum prices have been trading sideways within key ranges following the massive correction. Meanwhile, XRP recovers slightly, breaking above the key resistance zone. The top three cryptocurrencies hint at a potential short-term recovery, with momentum indicators showing fading bearish signs.
Global inflation watch: Signs of cooling services inflation
Realized inflation landed close to expectations in January, as negative base effects weighed on the annual rates. Remaining sticky inflation is largely explained by services, while tariff-driven goods inflation remains limited even in the US.
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