fbpx

PU Prime App

Exclusive deals on mobile

  • What is Forex

28 December 2020,06:37

What is Forex

Quotes in Forex

28 December 2020, 06:37

Share on:
FacebookLinkedInTwitterShare

We mentioned above that currencies are always traded in pairs; this is because when you buy one you’re essentially selling the other and vise versa.

So how do you read an FX quote?

E.g. EUR/USD = 1.1200
This means that 1 € = 1.12 $
EUR; in this quote EUR is known as the base currency.
USD; in this quote USD is known as the counter or quote currency.

This quote is also referred to as a direct quote which is where US Dollar is the counter or quote currency

E.g. USD/JPY = 125.00
This means 1 $ = 125 ¥
USD; in this quote USD is known as the base currency.
JPY; in this quote JPY is known as the counter or quote currency.

This quote is also referred to as an indirect quote which is where US Dollar is the base currency

Start trading with an edge today

Trade forex, indices, metal, and more at industry-low spreads and lightning-fast execution.

  • Start trading with deposits as low as $50 on our standard accounts.
  • Get access to 24/7 support.
  • Access hundreds of instruments, free educational tools, and some of the best promotions around.
Join Now

Latest Posts

Fast And Easy Account Opening

Create Live Account
  • 1

    Register

    Sign up for a PU Prime Live Account with our hassle-free process.

  • 2

    Fund

    Effortlessly fund your account with a wide range of channels and accepted currencies.

  • 3

    Start Trading

    Access hundreds of instruments under market-leading trading conditions.