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In line with our commitment to deliver world-class trading education to the financial industry, FXTM was proud to be a part of the Middle East Investment Conference (MEIC) in Abu Dhabi on Thursday, 23 February, 2017.

Hussein Al Sayed, FXTM’s Chief Market Strategist and CNBC Arabia Anchor, was a special guest and speaker at the event, delivering an insightful presentation entitled “Currency War: Is it over, or is it the next big financial crisis?”

Highlights of Sayed’s presentation included:

• The historical nature of currency wars, and the benefits they can bring.
• The cold currency war after the 2008 financial crisis in the US.
• The role of central banks during competitive devaluation of currencies.
• The consequences of a currency war in the Trump era.

Jameel Ahmad, FXTM’s VP of Corporate Development and Market Research, was a recent guest on CGTN, previously known as CCTV News. On 21 February, 2017, Ahmad shared his insights and opinions about the major factors driving market sentiment and what investors should be keeping a close eye on.

Summary of talking points include:

• Main causes for the strengthening Dollar.
• What USD strength means for emerging market currencies, including the RMB.
• Current trends and influence of global policies.

Please see the interview below:

CGTN (China Global Television Network) is part of the China Central Television broadcaster, which is made accessible to more than one billion viewers.  

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FXTM continues to share expert insight into the global financial markets with top-tier media. On February 15 and 16, FXTM’s Vice President of Corporate Development and Market Research, Jameel Ahmad, featured on two of the most prominent news channels in South-East region, CNBC Arabia and Bloomberg Turkey.

Ahmad was invited to discuss the latest developments in the financial markets and how these might affect the economic sector on a local and global scale.

Topics discussed during the appearance on CNBC Arabia included:

• Fed official comments remain upbeat as the dollar slips.  
• Low market readings on the dollar possibly implying a slowing investor attraction.
• The GBP’s newfound momentum, and its potential future trajectory.
• Traders warming up to the Japanese Yen once again.
• Gold currently maintaining its strength with a potential to surge higher.
• What could may be in store for the Euro.

Watch the full discussion below:

Topics covered in Ahmad’s recent appearance on Bloomberg Turkey included:

• Main investment themes for 2017.
• Possible investment opportunities currently in the markets.
• Outlooks on the potential currency outperformers and underperformers.
• What can we expect from Gold and Oil.
• What could be in store for the Turkish Lira.

Watch the full discussion below:

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Disclaimer: The content in these videos comprise personal opinions and ideas and should not be construed as containing personal and/or other investment advice and/or an offer of and/or solicitation for any transactions in financial instruments and/or a guarantee and/or prediction of future performance. FXTM, its affiliates, agents, directors, officers or employees do not guarantee the accuracy, validity, timeliness or completeness of any information or data made available and assume no liability as to any loss arising from any investment based on the same.

FXTM is announcing an exciting new partnership that will see the global award winning broker named as the official forex sponsor of the Sahara Force India Formula One™ Team for the 2017 season. With shared values, drive, and the desire to reach the top in their respective fields, FXTM and Force India make ideal partners.

FXTM and Sahara Force India: Two Teams, One Formula

• Over the past 3-4 years, FXTM and Force India have persevered and thrived in challenging industries.
• A young, dynamic team; Force India shares the same goals and aspirations as FXTM.
• Both teams push the limits of technological innovation in their industries.
• Throughout 2017, FXTM’s sponsorship campaign will highlight the parallels of trading and Formula One™ racing where they share characteristics of innovation, speed, dedication, and training.

Olga Rybalkina, CEO of ForexTime Limited (FXTM), commented on the partnership, “Following the success of the FXTMbasejump Project, we are thrilled to be partnering up with Sahara Force India. The team is highly respected and like FXTM, they strive for excellence in everything they do. The partnership is a natural fit with our brand’s journey and values. We are excited to give our clients a front-row seat to witness a great story of hard-work, perseverance, passion and success.”

Stay tuned, on February 22^nd 2017, when Force India will be unveiling their highly anticipated 2017 car – the VJM10 – at their Headquarters in Silverstone, Northamptonshire.   

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As FXTM’s reputation in Nigeria grows, so does the popularity of its Market Analysis Team. From January 30^th until the 1^st of February, FXTM’s Research Analyst, Lukman Otunuga, met up with some of the country’s leading media outlets to discuss potential developments in the global markets and what’s in store for FXTM in 2017.

During his visit, the analyst conducted 1-2-1 interviews with several print media outlets, including; ThisDay, Business Day, The Vanguard, Nigeria Comm, Week and The Cable. He also sat down with journalists from The Guardian – one of Nigeria’s most prestigious newspapers, and New Telegraph – a renowned local and international newspaper.

Follow the links below to find out what the currency markets have in store for the Naira:

The Guardian: It’s N500/$ at black market despite rising reserves ...Experts suggest further devaluation of currency.

The Cable: CBN ‘may devalue naira in six months’.

In addition, Lukman was invited to share his insights and discuss FXTM’s plans for the future at Nigeria’s number one radio station, Inspiration FM. The topics discussed included:

• The recent increase in Oil prices and how Nigeria can benefit from it.
• Dollar outlook for the first quarter of 2017.
• Key market themes for 2017 and their impact on the Nigerian economy.
• What’s in the pipeline for FXTM in 2017.
• FXTM Accounts in Naira and Nigerian Kobo.

This high profile media tour was capped-off with an appearance at Africa’s biggest television network, NTA 2 (Nigerian Television Authority). Lukman was invited to give his outlook on the global market movements and how they could affect Nigeria. He provided opinions and insights on:

• Diversification of the economy.
• Economic policies rolled out by the American government.
• How Nigeria can take advantage of the latest policy changes.
• Devaluation of the Naira.

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In line with one of the broker’s core values, FXTM has given back to the community of its foreign office in Nigeria. During the Christmas holidays, the broker celebrated with the children of Little Saint Orphanage and donated food, beverages, education materials and other life necessities to the orphanage whose mission is to help rehabilitate and care for young children and babies; providing shelter, food and medical facilities to orphans and youths who are less privileged.

FXTM Nigeria’s Office Director, Abiola Akinyele, met with the Orphanage’s founder Rev. Mrs. Dele George and trustee Mrs. Mayen Famous on the 23^rd of December, 2016, to discuss the important work that the organization does for the Nigerian community.

Commenting on his visit and the donations, Mr. Akinyele said, “It was an honour to have the opportunity to donate to Little Saints Orphanage, whose cause is very close to our hearts. At FXTM, our mission is not only to offer advanced and innovative services and optimal customer care, but to also show responsibility towards the society around us.”

FXTM is looking forward to 2017 and more opportunities to spread the company’s wider principles concerning the importance of social responsibility in all the communities it operates in.