Ten questions that matter going into 2026
The Pound Sterling (GBP) crashed to its lowest level in a month against the US Dollar (USD), as critical support levels were breached in a data-packed week.
Gold (XAU/USD) struggled to make a decisive move in either direction this week as it quickly recovered above $5,000 after posting losses on Monday and Tuesday.
Bitcoin (BTC) price continues to trade within a range-bound zone, hovering around $67,000 at the time of writing on Friday, and falling slightly so far this week, with no signs of recovery.
In this video, I break down where you should be trading gold in 2026's extreme volatility environment and compare the real costs across futures, micro gold, prop firms, and CFDs.
A trading loss doesn’t just hit your account. It hits your nervous system. One moment you’re executing a plan with confidence. The next, a losing trade pulls you into urgency, doubt and emotional noise.
Many retail traders believe they are trading fundamentals when they react to headlines. In reality, they are often trading surface-level narratives while institutions and experienced traders trade expectations, positioning, and credibility.