HERMAN BEZUIDENHOUT: Forex trading: Two worlds, one important decision
06 April 2025 - 08:42
The term forex trading has become increasingly popular in recent years, often evoking images of quick profits, high-stakes currency speculation and sophisticated platforms with flashing charts. But for many South Africans, the true meaning of forex trading is misunderstood — especially the difference between legitimate forex services offered by licensed providers and speculative platforms promising high returns.
This column unpacks what forex trading really means by exploring two fundamentally different categories under this broad term...
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