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CFDs are leveraged products. CFD trading may not be suitable for everyone and can result in losses that exceed your deposits, so please ensure that you fully understand the risks involved. CFDs are leveraged products. CFD trading may not be suitable for everyone and can result in losses that exceed your deposits, so please ensure that you fully understand the risks involved.

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Forex trading in Singapore: everything you need to know

Discover how to get started in the world of forex trading. Let’s look at how FX markets work, the currency pairs you can trade, and the strategies you can use.

Start trading today. Call +65 6390 5133 between 9am and 6pm (SGT) on weekdays or email accountopening@ig.com.sg for account opening enquiries.

Start trading today. Call +65 6390 5133 between 9am and 6pm (SGT) on weekdays or email accountopening@ig.com.sg for account opening enquiries.

Start trading today. Call +65 6390 5133 between 9am and 6pm (SGT) on weekdays or email accountopening@ig.com.sg for account opening enquiries.

Start trading today. Call +65 6390 5133 between 9am and 6pm (SGT) on weekdays or email accountopening@ig.com.sg for account opening enquiries.

Forex essentials

Forex is one of the most traded markets in the world, made popular by periods of high liquidity, and its inherently deep liquidity. We’ve compiled this information specifically for beginner traders looking to trade on forex.

Forex trading products in Singapore

CFD trading

Trade rising or falling forex markets with CFDs – and get full exposure to your trade with just a deposit.

Live forex prices for traders in Singapore

Take your pick from over 80 currency pairs and predict their price movements on our state-of-the-art platform. We offer a wide range of major, minor and exotic currency pairs for you to trade. You can take a position anytime, thanks to our after-hours offering.


Prices above are subject to our website terms and conditions.

Forex trading strategies and styles you need to know

Trading strategies

Explore a wide range of trading strategies and styles you can use to predict how the forex market will move in the future.

Scalping trading strategies

Open and close your forex positions in a short space of time, taking advantage of short-term volatility.

Swing trading strategies

Pinpoint swing highs and lows to establish at which price levels you’ll enter and exit the market.

Free forex trading resources for traders in Singapore

  • Visit IG Academy to discover our exhaustive education content tailored for beginner and seasoned traders. Learn at your own pace using online courses, live sessions and more
  • Explore several strategies related to forex trading, and establish whether you have a long or short-term outlook on the market
  • Create a free demo account to practise trading on different forex pairs. Execute your preferred strategies before opening a live account

FAQs

What does forex mean?

Forex is an abbreviation for foreign exchange, which represents the marketplace where currencies from around the world are bought and sold. FX is another term used to refer to forex. When one currency is pegged against another, this is called a forex pair – eg SGD/JPY.

Is forex trading risky?

Yes, forex trading is risky because it’s a highly traded market, which means it has equally high liquidity and volatility. You should always take steps to manage your risk, especially when trading on leverage, as your losses can exceed your initial outlay.

Is forex trading good for beginners?

Forex trading requires an intermediate to advanced understanding of how the market works, which tends to put beginners at a disadvantage. That’s why beginners should brush up on their knowledge on the forex market by using our educational resource hub and our demo account. Once they’re confident in their skill, they can advance to the live account.

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